Briard — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Briard — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The Briard originated in France.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The FCI standard is numbered N° 113.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* It is classified in FCI Group 1 (Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Males measure 23-27 inches and bitches 22-25½ inches at the withers.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The outer coat is coarse, hard and dry; the undercoat is fine and tight.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* All uniform colours are permitted except white (including black, grey, tawny, and combinations).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Disqualifications include being under the minimum size, yellow or spotted eyes, any nose colour other than black, and a white or spotted coat.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The temperament is that of a dog of heart: wise and fearless with no trace of mean spirit.