Large breed Active energy Short coat Herding Group ๐ŸŒ France

Beauceron

Gentle, Faithful, Obedient

Beaucerons are muscular, rugged, and large, standing as high as 27.5 inches at the shoulder, and yet graceful and in all ways balanced. Their dark black coats feature handsome squirrel-red accents, including the red feet that give the breed its French nickname Bas-Rouge (โ€œred stoโ€ฆ

โš–๏ธ 70โ€“110 lbs ๐Ÿ“ 24โ€“27.5" ๐ŸŽ‚ 10โ€“12 years

Traits

Beauceron Characteristics

Energy

100%

Shedding

100%

Trainability

80%

Grooming

60%

Friendliness

40%

Coat Type

Short coat 2-3 Times a Week Brushing

Owner resources

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Care basics

Beauceron Care Tips

Requires 90+ minutes vigorous exercise daily โ€” fetch, agility, or long hikes.

Brush 2-3ร— weekly to maintain coat condition and reduce shedding around the home.

Owner fit

Who the Beauceron Suits

  • Recommended for experienced owners โ€” higher owner difficulty rating of 7/10.

  • Better suited to homes with outdoor space โ€” this large needs room to move.

  • Naturally friendly and calm, this breed fits best with early socialization and clear routines.

  • Working heritage means structured activity matters โ€” under-stimulation can lead to problem behaviors.

Before you choose

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Related guides

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Classification

FCI Classification

FCI Group Group 1 โ€” Sheepdogs and Cattledogs
Section Herdershonden
Status Recognized

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