Berger Picard Breed Information & Characteristics

The Berger Picard is a breed that has an average risk of becoming obese. Daily walks and a balanced diet of quality dry dog food can help maintain a healthy weight. An active lifestyle and monitoring weight regularly is recommended.

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

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Berger Picard dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Berger Picard. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

Berger Picards are very good watchdogs. They are a vocal breed, and are wary of outsiders, so if someone approaches your home or aims to intrude, the Berger Picard is going to make sure everyone knows about it.

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The coat of a Berger Picard falls in the medium length category.

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A Berger Picard can have a litter of 12-15 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.

The adaptability of Berger Picard dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Berger Picard is a breed of dog that is known to have a higher frequency of health issues compared to other breeds. These issues can range from minor to serious, and regular check-ups with a veterinarian are essential in order to identify and address any potential problems as early as possible.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Collie Eye Anomaly

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Berger Picards are high-energy dogs, thus an active lifestyle suits them well.

Berger Picards have average social needs compared to other breeds. They are known to be less active and independent than other breeds, and they are content with spending time alone and with their human family.

The Berger Picard needs a high level of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They also make great companions for people who lead an active lifestyle and enjoy running, hiking or other outdoor activities. These breeds are not suitable for people with sedentary lifestyle or those who live in small apartments

Berger Picards are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

The Berger Picard is a breed of dog that is characterized by its minimal drooling, making it an ideal choice for people who dislike drool marks on their clothing.

Berger Picards tend to bark moderately, they bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or to communicate something. They may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

These dogs are known for their strong territorial instinct and protective nature. They will fiercely defend their territory and are highly alert and vigilant against any perceived threat to their home and family.

Berger Picards 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Berger Picard, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Berger Picards usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Berger Picard is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

In general Berger Picard should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

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For an average 51-71 pound (23 - 32 kg) Berger Picard 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.

The average cost of a Berger Picard is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Berger Picard 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.

Berger Picards has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Berger Picard is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

This dog breed is particularly attuned to its environment and the emotions of those around it. It can be easily overwhelmed by loud noises, new environments, and unfamiliar people or animals. This dog is best suited for individuals or families who are patient, gentle, and understanding of its sensitive nature. It may also benefit from a calm and stable home environment, with a consistent routine and plenty of positive reinforcement training.

It's not recommended to keep the Berger Picard in an apartment, but this breed make good apartment dogs as long as they get to spend a good amount of time outside of the apartment. Berger Picards living in apartments will need plenty of physical exercise and stimulation throughout the day to remain happy and well-behaved.

A Berger Picards typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Berger Picards are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Berger Picards are average friendly towards other dogs. If they are raised with other dogs, they are likely to get along with them. And, if they are socialized properly from a young age, they will usually be great with other dogs.

Berger Picards are below average friendly around strangers. Keen of eye and sharp of tongue, most Berger Picards are very quick to announce strangers at the door. Once the visitor comes in, some Berger Picards will be friendly and outgoing. But many others have the standoffish or suspicious towards strangers.

Berger Picards are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Berger Picard for a mellower experience.

Berger Picard dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.