Active
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Trainable
Watchful
Faithful
Instinctual

Faithful
Intelligent
Obedient
Fearless
Loyal
Protective

Avoid Shepadoodles as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Choose a Briard if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

France

German Shepherd, Poodle

sheepdog

1960s

1300s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Fawn
White
Gray

Black
Gray
Cream

Curly

Wavy

A Shepadoodle can have a litter of 6-10 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 Briard can have a litter of 10-12 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.

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

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

Shepadoodles typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Briard breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Pannus
Hemophilia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat
Sebaceous Adentitis

Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Elbow Dysplasia
Demodicosis
Seborrhea
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cleft Lip or Palate
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Eye Conditions

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Corneal Dystrophy

Dna Test For Vwd
Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination
MRI scan of the spinal cord and brain
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Eye
Hip
Knee
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Shepadoodles are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Briards' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Shepadoodles require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

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

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

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

Walking

Cuddling, Hikes, Walks

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Shepadoodle, it's at least 12 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 Briard, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Shepadoodles usually need at least 90 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 Briards usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Shepadoodles 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.

Briards have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

In general Shepadoodle should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Flea Comb
Dematter
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-90 pound (23 - 41 kg) Shepadoodle feed 3 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 75-100 pound (34 - 45 kg) Briard 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.

The average cost of a Shepadoodle is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Briard is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Shepadoodle is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Briard is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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.

Shepadoodles are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Briard is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

The Shepadoodle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Shepadoodles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Briards are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Shepadoodles are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

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

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