Assertive
Intelligent
Mellow
Energetic
Lively
Stubborn

Independent
Happy
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Dominant
Lively
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Quiet
Respectful

France

United States

Sheepdog

Saint Bernard and Irish Terrier

800 AD

Unknown

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Gray

Red
White
Fawn

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.

An Irish Saint 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.

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

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

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

Irish Saint 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.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia

Collie Eye Anomaly

None Known

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Berger Picard has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Irish Saint Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Irish Saint Terriers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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 Irish Saint Terrier, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

Irish Saint Terriers 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

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

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
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 90-120 pound (41 - 54 kg) Irish Saint Terrier feed 4 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 an Irish Saint Terrier is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 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 an Irish Saint Terrier is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

Irish Saint Terriers 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.

Irish Saint Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

Irish Saint Terriers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

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

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

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