Briard

Breed Standards for the Briard

General Appearance:

The Braird is square or slightly longer than it is tall and powerful without being course

Head:

Wide muzzle with mustache and beard; Large calm eyes; High-set ears; natural ear is straight, lying away from the head and covered with hair, cropped ear is long with rounded tip.

Tail:

Carried low and ending in curve

Color:

All uniform colors except white (includes black, tawny, and gray shades)

Size:

Weight: 75–100 lb
Height: male: 23-27”; female: 22-25.5”

Gait:

Its movement has been described as quicksilver, with supple, light strides that give the impression of gliding.

Coat:

Its undercoat is fine and tight, and its outer coat is coarse and dry, lying flat in long, slightly wavy locks.

Temperament:

Independent, intelligent, and self-assured