as shepherd and guarding dog
A Beauceron is a large variety of dog bred in Northern France for herding and guarding
The life span of a Beauceron is 10 - 12 years.
The pronunciation of the word "Beauceron" is BO-sur-ahn.
Dobermanns and Beaucerons were bred for different purposes, Dobermanns were bred to guard people and property, whereas Beaucerons were bred to herd and protect sheep. Beaucerons are a Pastoral breed and Dobermanns are in the Working Group. At first glance the two breeds may look similar; they are usually both black and tan with the same level of intelligence. However, Dobermanns have a much smoother, shorter coat and are usually docked. Beaucerons are not docked amd have rougher, longer coats. Some Beaucerons may also have a harlequin coat colouration, similar to that of some Great Danes. The two breeds may display some different behaviours, with the Beauceron much more eager to herd (like a Border Collie). Dobermanns are not a herding breed and are much more inclined to guard. They both grow to a similar size and weight. Beaucerons have a unique double dew claw on their hind legs which Dobermanns do not have. Beaucerons are also exceedingly rare, whereas Dobermanns are relatively popular as guards and pets.
Yes, the Beauceron originated in the plains of Northern France.
Bosco's breed is a rottweiler, they're killer dogs. I have one, but she is part black lab. It is a Beauceron, a french breed a short haired version of the Briard Update (8/5/11) Bosco is a Beauceron; around since 1809 The breed was found throughout northern France, rather than just in the Beauce region. The Beauceron and the long-haired sheep dog, the Briard, stem from similar ancestral stock, sharing the trait of double dewclaws on the hind legs-they are different!
They were first bred for hunting otters
They were first bred for hunting.
They were first bred to herd cattle.
They were first bred to herd sheep.
They were first bred as hunting dog
they were first bred as companion dogs.