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Name	Briard	Pembroke Welsh Corgi	Beauceron
Origins	France	Wales	France
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Berger Briard Berger De Brie	Corgi Pem Pembroke	Bas-Rouge Beauce Shepherd French Shorthaired Shepherd Berger De Beauce
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron? Which is the smallest dog, Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron?	Large	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron weight comparison:	75 pounds (35 kg)	Male: 24-31 pounds (10-14 kg), Female: 24-28 pounds (11-13 kg)	110 pounds (50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	75 pounds (35 kg)	Male: 27.5 pounds (12 kg), Female: 26 pounds (12 kg)	110 pounds (50 kg)
Height Which is taller, Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron? Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (62-68 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-64 cm)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	24-27.5 inches (32-70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (60 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	24-27.5 inches (51 cm)

Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$1000-$2000	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron?	Frequent: The Briard is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Beauceron is easier than average to get.

Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron intelligence:	Smart: The Briard dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Beauceron dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron trainability comparison.	Briard dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron?	Briard dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Beauceron dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Briard dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Beauceron dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron? Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless Faithful	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Going Cheerful	Loving Protective Courageous Loyal Obedient
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron?	High: Briard dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Beauceron dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron social needs comparison:	Briard dogs are a social breed. See more.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are a social breed. See more.	Beauceron dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Briard dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Beauceron dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Briard dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Beauceron dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron playfulness comparison:	Average: Briards, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a playful breed. See more.	The Beauceron is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron?	Average: The Briard barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Beauceron barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron?	It is not recommended to keep the Briard breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Beauceron breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Briard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Beauceron dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron?	Briard dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Beauceron dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Briard bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pembroke Welsh Corgi bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Beauceron bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Briard has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Beauceron has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron mouthiness comparison:	Briard dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Beauceron dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron health comparison. Which is the healthier: Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron?	The Briard is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Beaucerons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Retinal Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Cystinuria	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Briard should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Pembroke Welsh Corgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Beauceron should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron lifespan comparison. How long do Briard, Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Beauceron breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Briard: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Beauceron: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Briard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pembroke Welsh Corgi can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Beauceron can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron? Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron energy level comparison:	Briard dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Beauceron dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Briard dogs need a lot of exercises.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Beauceron dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron?	Briard dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Beauceron dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron?	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Briard has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Beauceron's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron coat comparison:	Fine	Fluffy	Dense
Colors What are the original Briard, Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Beauceron color?	Black Gray Tawny	Red Fawn Sable Black & Tan	Black Gray Tan Rust
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron? Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Beauceron doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron? Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or {name3 shedding:	Briard dogs shed moderately. See more.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Beauceron dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron?	Medium ⏺ The Briard has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Beauceron has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Briard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Beauceron is an average drooler. See more.

Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Briard dogs are generally with other pets.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Beauceron dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron? Which dog is more friendly?	Briard dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Beauceron dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron?	Briard dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Beauceron dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron?	Briard dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Beauceron dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron?	Briard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Beauceron dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron?	Yes Briard dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Beauceron dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Briard is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pembroke Welsh Corgi is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Beauceron is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Briards are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Beaucerons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Briard or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beauceron? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron?	Not really Briard breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Beauceron breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Briard and Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Beauceron have?	8-10 puppies	6-7 puppies	6-7 puppies
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Briard vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beauceron Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1928 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2007 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	No data available

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