Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless

Faithful
Intelligent
Obedient
Fearless
Loyal
Protective

Pyrenees Huskys are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Briards are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Great Pyrenees, Siberian Husky

sheepdog

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Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

White
Pied
Black
Cream

Black
Gray
Cream

Pyrenees Huskys have medium-length coats.

Briards are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wavy

A Pyrenees Husky can have a litter of 6-9 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.

Pyrenees Huskys 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.

Pyrenees Huskys 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.

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

None Known

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Corneal Dystrophy

X-Rays
Blood Analysis
Full Body Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Knee
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Pyrenees Huskys are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Briards sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Hike, Walk, Run, Bikejoring, Outside walks, Tug of war, Play keep away, Walks, Fishing, Horsebackriding, Weight pulling, Long boarding, Camping, Walking, Tag, Hide and seek, Fetch, People watching, Fetching, Ball, Fighting, Jumping, Playful, Dog Parks, Swim, Keep away, Car rides, Playdate, Tug-of-war, Playing

Cuddling, Hikes, Walks

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pyrenees Husky, it's at least 10 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 Pyrenees Huskys 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 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.

The Pyrenees Husky requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Pyrenees Husky 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

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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Flea Comb
Dematter
Nail Clipper

For an average 85-100 pound (39 - 45 kg) Pyrenees Husky 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 Pyrenees Husky is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Pyrenees Husky 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.

Pyrenees Huskys are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Pyrenees Huskys are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Pyrenees Huskys are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Briards are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.