Beauceron
- Size
- Large/Giant
- Height
- Males - 25.5 to 27.5 inches at the withers, Females - 24 to 26.5 inches at the withers
- Weight
- 65 to 110 pounds
- Coat
- Short
- Color
- Black and tan
- Energy
- High
- Activities
- Herding
A tireless French sheepdog, the Beauceron dates to the late 1500s. Intelligent with a natural guarding instinct, this large breed makes a loving, loyal and gentle companion. The Beauceron is eager to learn and easily trained. His strong personality fits best with experienced, dedicated owners. A natural athlete, he requires daily exercise, but his short coat needs little grooming.
Did you know A Beauceron named O'Cara Bleue de St. Sacrement was among the dogs used in the search-and-rescue efforts following the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City. “Cara” used a special camera placed around her neck to search for signs of life in places unreachable by humans.