Briard
VS
Portuguese Podengo
Briard vs Portuguese Podengo
Compare Briard and Portuguese Podengo 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
Portuguese Podengo
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
56 – 68 cm
55 – 70 cm
Weight
25 – 40 kg
20 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
5/5
3/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Briard
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Large
Portuguese Podengo
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Large
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 Portuguese Podengo
Ancient Portuguese hunting dog in three sizes (small, medium, large) and two coats (smooth or wire). Lean, athletic and alert, it’s lively, clever and affectionate. Needs substantial exercise, positive training, and mental stimulation, but is generally robust and long‑lived.
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