Comparison: Briard and Dutch Schapendoes

Briard and Dutch Schapendoes are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Briard
Photo: Dardeche at Dutch Wikipedia, Public domain, source
Dutch Schapendoes
Photo: Lo Wendel, CC BY 2.0, source
BriardDutch Schapendoes
FCI group1. Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs)1. Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs)
Country of originFranceNetherlands
CategoryLargeMedium
Height at withers56–68 cm40–50 cm
Weight30–40 kg–
Life span10–12 years–
Recognition features
  • Long dry, coarse coat falling over the eyes
  • Beard and eyebrows, sturdy frame
  • Double hind dewclaws
  • Lightly built dog with a long, lightly wavy coat standing off in tufts
  • Height 40–50 cm, springy movement and great jumping ability
  • Friendly, watchful and cheerful
CoatLong, dry, slightly wavy and coarse coat.Long (7 cm or more over the hindquarters), lightly waved, dry coat with sufficient undercoat, never curly; all colours permitted, blue-grey to black preferred.
PurposeAn ancient French herding and guarding dog from Brie; protected flocks from wolves and served as a military carrier.A lightly built Dutch herding dog with long coat, a tireless jumper.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.