Berger Picard has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Borzoi has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Assertive
Intelligent
Mellow
Energetic
Lively
Stubborn

Athletic
Independent
Quiet
Gentle
Intelligent
Respectful

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

Borzois shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Berger Picards make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Avoid Borzois as watchdogs - they're not effective.

France

Russia

Sheepdog

sight hound

800 AD

middle ages

Herding

Hound (AKC:1891)
Sighthound and Pariah (UKC)

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Gray

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Sable
Brindle

Berger Picards have medium-length coats.

Borzois have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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.

A Borzoi 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.

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

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

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

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Gastric Torsion
Bone And Joint Problems
Osteosarcoma
Heart Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease

Collie Eye Anomaly

Cataracts
Hypothyroidism

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Blood Test
Heart
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Berger Picards thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Borzois are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

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

Berger Picards are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Borzois are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

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

Berger Picard dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Borzoi dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Borzoi, it's at least 10 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.

In general most Borzois 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.

The Berger Picard requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Borzois require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Borzoi 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
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

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.

For an average 75-105 pound (34 - 48 kg) Borzoi 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 Berger Picard is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Borzoi is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 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.

The average per month expenses of a Borzoi is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $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.

Berger Picards are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Borzoi is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

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

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

Berger Picards make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Borzois are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Borzois are not cat friendly.

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

Borzois are not dog-friendly.

Berger Picards are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Borzois have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Berger Picards are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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