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

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

Assertive
Intelligent
Mellow
Energetic
Lively
Stubborn

Sociable
Loyal
Protective
Tolerant
Loving

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

Choose a Dogo Argentino 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.

France

Argentina

Sheepdog

mastiff, cordoba fighting dog

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Federacion Cinologica Argentina
Backwoods Bulldog Club

800 AD

1920s

Herding

Working
Guardian Dog (UKC)

Hazel
Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Fawn
Gray

White

Berger Picards have medium-length coats.

Dogo Argentinos have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

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 Dogo Argentino 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.

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

About 10% Of Dogs Are Born Deaf
Hypothyroidism

Collie Eye Anomaly

Glaucoma
Laryngeal Paralysis

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye
Hearing
Skeletal
Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination

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

Dogo Argentinos' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Dogo Argentinos require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

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

Berger Picard minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Dogo Argentino is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

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

Dogo Argentino dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Dogo Argentino dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

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 Dogo Argentino, 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 Dogo Argentinos 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.

The Dogo Argentino has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Dogo Argentino 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

Slicker 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 88-100 pound (40 - 45 kg) Dogo Argentino 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 Dogo Argentino is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Dogo Argentino is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Dogo Argentino is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Dogo Argentinos have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

The Dogo Argentino is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Dogo Argentinos have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Dogo Argentinos are not cat friendly.

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

Dogo Argentinos are not dog-friendly.

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

Dogo Argentinos are not very stranger friendly.

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

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