Unfortunately, the Beauceron is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Poo-Tons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Courageous
Obedient
Protective
Loyal
Loving

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Faithful
Vocal
Instinctual

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

Poo-Tons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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.

Poo-Tons make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

France

United States

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Poodle and Coton De Tulear

1500s

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Red

White
Black
Gray
Brown
Sable
Cream

Beaucerons have short coats.

Poo-Tons are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wavy

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 Poo-Ton can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Poo-Tons 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 Poo-Ton breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Sebaceous Adenitis
Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Gastric Torsion
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Corneal Dystrophy
Pateller Luxation

Hip
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Blood
Heart
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Eye examination

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

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

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

Poo-Ton has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Poo-Tons need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Beaucerons are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Poo-Tons have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

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

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

Playdate

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.

Poo-Tons 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 Poo-Ton, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Beaucerons 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.

In general most Poo-Tons usually need at least 30 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 Beauceron has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

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, Poo-Ton 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
Comb
Scissors
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 8-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Poo-Ton feed 1 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 Poo-Ton is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Poo-Ton is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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.

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.

Poo-Tons 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.

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

Beaucerons are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Poo-Tons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

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

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

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

Poo-Tons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.