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

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

Affectionate
Smart
Stubborn
Alert

Faithful
Intelligent
Obedient
Fearless
Loyal
Protective

Pomeagles 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.

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

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

Pomeranian, Beagle

sheepdog

Unknown

1300s

Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Brown
Red
Fawn
White
Brindle
Black
Sable

Black
Gray
Cream

Pomeagles have medium-length coats.

Briards are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wavy

A Pomeagle can have a litter of 12-15 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.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Invertebral Disc Disease

Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Ear Infections
Eye Problems

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Corneal Dystrophy

CT or MRI scan
Blood Electrolytes
Spinal Tap
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Complete Physical Examination
Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Blood Glucose Level Testing
Eye and Otoscopic Examination

Eye
Hip
Knee
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

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

Pomeagles need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Pomeagle dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

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

Pomeagle dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Briard 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.

Walking, Beach, Walks, Playing fetch, Cuddling, Socializing

Cuddling, Hikes, Walks

In general most Pomeagles 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.

Pomeagles 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.

Pomeagle 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
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Flea Comb
Dematter
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-25 pound (3 - 11 kg) Pomeagle 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.

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 Pomeagle is somewhere $2.10 - $3.50 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Pomeagle is between $36 - $49. This makes an average of $432 - $588 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.

Pomeagle has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Briard is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

The Pomeagle 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.

Pomeagles have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Pomeagles are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Pomeagles 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.

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

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