Bearded Collie Appearance Height 20 to 22 inches 51 to 56 cm Weight 45 to 55 pounds 20 to 25 kg The Bearded Collie is a strong working dog They have a shaggy waterproof double coat Bearded Collie puppies are born with a mixture of dark and white fur As they move into adulthood the darker color lightens Beardies short for Bearded Collies are often confused with Old English Sheepdogs A Bearded Collie has a much longer tail however Personality Owners describe the Bearded Collie’s personality as humorous This lively breed enjoys bouncing around and playing Known for its bounce the Beardie has a high level of energy Beardies also love kids but they can be a bit too rough for small children Breed Background The Bearded Collie is one of the United Kingdom’s oldest dog breeds The breed was developed in the 1500s when a Polish sea captain made a trade with a Scottish shepherd The shepherd then bred the Beardie with other herding and flock dogs such as the Old English Sheepdog Country of Origin Scotland Recognized by AKC 1976 Training Notes Beardies are strong-willed dogs They need early training with socialization Obedience training is recommended for Beardies because they are natural herders Care Notes This long-haired breed needs a fair amount of grooming Weekly brushing
keeps tangles from forming The Bearded Collie needs extra attention when it is shedding The breed also needs a bath every six to eight weeks Fun Facts The Beardie is also known as the Mountain Collie Highland Collie or the Hairy Mou’ed Collie The name Bearded comes from the long hairs that grow on the dog’s chin Famous Dogs The title role in the 2006 movie The Shaggy Dog was played by a Bearded Collie
Beauceron Appearance Height 24 to 28 inches 61 to 71 cm Weight 65 to 85 pounds 29 to 39 kg The Beauceron has a short smooth coat The hair is slightly longer on the dog’s neck tail and backside Most Beaucerons are black and tan Some also have gray markings These dogs are called harlequins Personality This devoted breed will work hard to please its owner Beaucerons also have a strong instinct to protect their families Breed Background Like many herding dogs Beaucerons were developed to drive sheep and cattle Many Beaucerons still perform this work in Europe Country of Origin France Recognized by AKC 2007 Training Notes Training this intelligent breed is easy but important Owners who don’t properly train their Beaucerons can end up with a domineering pet Care Notes Beaucerons are happiest when they have a purpose These active dogs need to exercise both their bodies and their brains regularly Organized activities such as agility are ideal for this breed Fun Fact This dog takes more time to mature than many other breeds three years
Belgian Malinois Appearance Height 22 to 26 inches 56 to 66 cm Weight 60 to 65 pounds 27 to 29 kg The Belgian Malinois MAL-in-wah has a black muzzle and ears Its main coat color is tan or brown-red Light-colored dogs are called fawn Darker Mals are called mahogany Personality This breed loves its human family It takes time to warm up to strangers however The Belgian Malinois does well with older children It can also live peacefully with other pets if it is raised with them Breed Background The Belgian Malinois was developed as a sheepherder Today members of this breed are best known for their work as police and military dogs Country of Origin Belgium Recognized by AKC 1959 Training Notes The Belgian Malinois needs consistent training Pups especially need socialization during their first six months of life Care Notes The Mal’s short coat makes grooming a simple task These dogs do shed though Regular brushing can help keep dead hair off carpets and furniture Fun Fact The Belgian Malinois often runs in large circles This habit comes from the breed’s herding instinct
