Beauceron has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Greyhound has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Courageous
Obedient
Protective
Loyal
Loving

Intelligent
Affectionate
Outright
Tempered
Gentle
Athletic
Quiet

Choose a Beauceron 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.

Greyhounds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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Egypt

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Arabian Sloughi

1500s

Ancient Times

Herding (AKC:2007 & UKC)

Hound (AKC:1885)
Sighthounds and Pariahs (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Red

Black
Gray
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Brindle

A Beauceron 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.

A Greyhound can have a litter of 10-13 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.

Beaucerons have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Beaucerons are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Osteosarcoma
Bloat

Gastric Torsion
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia

Hyperthyroidism

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X-Rays
Physical Examination

Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Beaucerons thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Beauceron has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Greyhound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Beaucerons require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Greyhounds need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Beaucerons are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Greyhounds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Beauceron is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Greyhound has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

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

Greyhounds are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Beauceron dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Greyhound dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

Walk, Playdate, Run, Road trip, Dog Parks, Frisbee, Swim, Play

Nose work, Walk, Run, Nap, Running, Walking, Sniffing, Fetch, Go to Park, Frisbee, Walks, Jogging, Sprinting, Fast walking, Beach, Hiking

Beaucerons are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Greyhounds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Beauceron, it's at least 30 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 Greyhound, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Beauceron has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Greyhound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 65-85 pound (29 - 39 kg) Beauceron 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.

For an average 65-85 pound (29 - 39 kg) Greyhound 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.

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

The average cost of a Greyhound is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Beauceron 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 Greyhound is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $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.

Beauceron is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Greyhounds make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

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

Beaucerons are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Greyhounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Greyhounds are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

Beaucerons may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

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