Faithful
Intelligent
Obedient
Fearless
Loyal
Protective

Active
Loving
Alert
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Inquisitive

Briards are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Bluetick Rat Terriers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

France

United States

sheepdog

Rat Terrier and Bluetick Coonhound

1300s

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Cream

Blue
Black
White

Briards are known for their coat length.

Bluetick Rat Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

A Briard can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Bluetick Rat Terrier can have a litter of 6-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Briards are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Bluetick Rat Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

While the Briard breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Bluetick Rat Terriers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Usually Very Healthy

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Corneal Dystrophy

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Eye
Hip
Knee
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Ear Examination
Orthopedic
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)

Briards sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Bluetick Rat Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Cuddling, Hikes, Walks

Playing fetch

Briards are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Bluetick Rat Terriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Briard, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bluetick Rat Terrier, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Briards usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Bluetick Rat Terriers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Briards have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Bluetick Rat Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Ideally, Briard should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Bluetick Rat Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Flea Comb
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-100 pound (34 - 45 kg) Briard feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 38-60 pound (17 - 27 kg) Bluetick Rat Terrier feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Briard is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Bluetick Rat Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Briard is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Bluetick Rat Terrier is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Briards can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Bluetick Rat Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Briards are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Bluetick Rat Terriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Briards are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Bluetick Rat Terriers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Briards are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Bluetick Rat Terriers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Briards are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Bluetick Rat Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.