Assertive
Intelligent
Mellow
Energetic
Lively
Stubborn

Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Inquisitive
Trainable
Bold

France

United States

Sheepdog

Lakeland Terrier and Patterdale Terrier

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

800 AD

1990s

Hazel
Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown
Isabella

Fawn
Gray

Brown
Fawn
Red
Blue
Black

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 Patterland can have a litter of 3-5 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.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Collie Eye Anomaly

Allergies

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-ray imaging
Ophthalmic Exam
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Eye and Ear Examination

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

Patterlands are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Patterland has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

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

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

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.

Patterlands are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Patterland, it's at least 11 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 Patterlands usually need at least 120 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.

Patterlands 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

Patterland 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
Slicker Brush
Clipper
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 9-16 pound (4 - 7 kg) Patterland feed 1.5 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 cost of a Patterland is somewhere $2.10 - $2.80 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 Patterland is between $42 - $50. This makes an average of $504 - $600 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.

Patterlands 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.

Patterlands 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.

Patterlands are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

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

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

Patterlands are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Patterlands are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Patterlands may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.