Beauceron Puppies and Dogs

Fast Facts & Guide to Beauceron Puppies and Dogs

Have a glance at our Fact File and Guide to Beauceron Puppies and Dogs. Discover some fast facts to gain a really fast overview of the Beauceron.

Beauceron Guide and Fact File

Height: Male 25-27 inches / Female 24-26 inches

Weight: Male 85-100 pounds / Female 80-90 pounds

Size of Dog: Large

Breed Type and Dog Group: Working Breed / Herding Group

Country of Origin of the Breed: France

Exercise Needs: High and varied

Coat Type: Short haired

Shedding hairs: Average shedder

Grooming needs: Very low / minimal

Training a Beauceron (Trainability): Excellent Trainability

Other Names of Beauceron: French Shorthaired Shepherd, Berger de Beauce

Beauceron Lifespan - This dog lives for approximately 10 - 12 years

Number of puppies per litter: Approximately 6-7 pups per litter

Temperament / Behaviour: Devoted, affectionate and protective

We hope that the fast facts and information provided in our Beauceron puppy and dog fact file and guide will prove a useful overview of this particular breed. Please click one of the links at the top of the page for detailed articles relating to training, pet care, grooming, personality, exercise needs, male and female Beauceron dog names, illness and health problems.

Summary of Beauceron Puppies and Dogs

Beauceron puppies and dogs are well-balanced and good natured. This lovely breed has a fantastic temperament. It is an independent breed that has a serious appearance, however, it is very lovable, easy-going, calm and affectionate. A dog that is willing and eager to please its owners. It shows loyalty, faithfulness and devotion, and is genuine by nature. This breed is easily trainable, it is obedient and well-behaved. Dogs and puppies are intelligent, they are very observant of what is going on around them, and because they are so alert and watchful, they make great guardians. It's origin and history stems from France, where they are still very popular in today's times, and they are often used to assist with sheep herding. It likes a task and will aim to carry it out to the extent of its ability.

Choosing Beauceron Puppies and Dogs as Pets

Beauceron puppies grow into large sized adult dogs and the above summary will help you to determine whether they are suitable as a family pet. If you are considering whether to buy a Beauceron puppy, adoption is also an option for this particular type of dog, or even selecting one from a rescue centre, or reputable dog breeder. This breed doesn't tend to suffer too much from health problems, however, there are a few conditions that they're more prone to. Their grooming requirements are very low. Dogs and puppies only need their coat grooming once per week, and bathing is rarely required, only really if they are dirty or smelly. They need some mental stimulation and they have high levels of energy, so varied exercise must form part of their daily routine to keep them out of mischief!

Beauceron Puppies and Dogs