Unfortunately, the Briard is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Scottish Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Faithful
Intelligent
Obedient
Fearless
Loyal
Protective

Independent
Alert
Quick
Playful
Selfish

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

Scottish Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Choose a Briard if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Scottish Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

France

Scotland

sheepdog

skye, cairn, west highland white terriers

1300s

1800s

Herding (AKC:1906)
Gun Dog Breeds (UKC)

Terrier (AKC:1885 & UKC)

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Cream

Black
Brindle

Briards are known for their coat length.

Scottish Terriers have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Wiry

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 Scottish Terrier can have a litter of 11-13 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.

Scottish Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Scottish Terriers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Von Willebrand's Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Corneal Dystrophy

Scottie Cramp
Intervertebral Disc Disease

Eye
Hip
Knee
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
MRI
Physical Examination

Briards need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Scottish Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Briards bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Scottish Terriers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Cuddling, Hikes, Walks

Fetch

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 Scottish Terrier, it's at least 6 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 Scottish Terriers usually need at least 30 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 Scottish Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Scottish 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
Scissors
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 19-22 pound (9 - 10 kg) Scottish Terrier feed 0.8 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 Scottish Terrier is somewhere $1.20 - $1.40 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 Scottish Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

Briard is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Scottish Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Scottish Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Scottish Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Scottish Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Briards are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Scottish Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.