What are the breed characteristics of Beaucerons?
The Beauceron is a breed with an impressive appearance, whereby it does not appear clumsy, but rather sporty. The alert look they give you and their slightly oval ears are also characteristic. The breed standard defines one specific feature that is somewhat obscure: breeding animals have to have a double dewclaw. This is the stunted big toe, which grows above the paws and has no contact with the ground. The dog resembles the Doberman optically a lot.
Appearance and coat of the Beauceron
About three to four centimetres long, dense fur covers the body of the Beauceron. Under the dense top coat the quadruped has a fluffy undercoat, which is ideally mouse-grey. The Beauceron is available in three colour varieties:
- Blue with tan markings
- Grey spotted with tan and black
- Black with tan markings
In all three types the paws are coloured reddish, which has earned the animal the nickname "Bas Rouge", meaning red stocking. During the year the coat care is not very complex: It is sufficient to wipe or brush the animal with a soft cloth from time to time. Twice a year the coat is changed, then daily grooming pays off to remove loose hair.
What size does a Beauceron get?
Full-grown Beauceron males can reach a height of up to 70 centimetres.
How much does a Beauceron weigh?
Male dogs can weigh up to 50 kilograms.
What is the life expectancy of a Beauceron?
A Beauceron can reach an age of 10 to 12 years.