Briard, << bree AHRD, >> is a dog that was first bred in France, probably in the 800’s. Briards are used to herd sheep. They also have carried supplies and served as guides and sentries in wars. Briards have black, tawny (tan), or gray coats of long, wavy hair. They stand from 22 to 27 inches (56 to 69 centimeters) at the shoulder and weigh from 60 to 90 pounds (27 to 41 kilograms).
