Briard
VS
Miniature American Shepherd
Briard vs Miniature American Shepherd
Compare Briard and Miniature American Shepherd side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Briard
Miniature American Shepherd
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
56 – 68 cm
33 – 46 cm
Weight
25 – 40 kg
9 – 14 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
11 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
5/5
4/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Briard
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Large
Miniature American Shepherd
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Small
Summary
About Briard
The Briard is a large, ancient French herding dog with a long, wavy coat, beard, and eyebrows. Loyal and sensitive, it bonds deeply with family yet stays reserved with strangers. Intelligent and energetic, it needs ample exercise, positive training, and regular grooming to thrive.
About Miniature American Shepherd
Compact, athletic herding dog bred in the U.S. as a smaller Australian Shepherd. Intelligent, devoted, and “velcro” with family, often reserved with strangers. Needs regular training, mental work, and exercise. Medium double coat in varied colors; generally healthy with 12–15 year lifespan.
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