How tall is a Briard?

An adult Briard stands about 25 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.

Is a Briard considered a large dog?

Yes — at 25" / 78 lb, the Briard falls into the large-breed size class (shoulder height 23–27"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #55 tallest.

How does a Briard compare to a person?

At 25" tall, a Briard stands about 39% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

Briard Size Compared to a Person

A Briard stands 25″ at the shoulder and weighs about 78 lb — that puts it at 39% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #55 by shoulder height and falls into the large-breed size class (Large breeds, 23–27").

Briard next to a person at scale — 25-inch shoulder height, 78 lb. Drawn by iDogNames. — Briard at 25″ / 78 lb, next to an average adult at 5′4″ / 135 lb. Drawn to AKC breed standards.

How a Briard compares

	Briard	Person	Difference
Shoulder height	25″	64″	-39″
Weight	78 lb	135 lb	-57 lb

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About the Briard

The Briard, also known as the Berger de Brie, is a large and ancient French herding breed with a heart as big as its impressive shaggy coat. Dating back to at least the 8th century, Briards have served as livestock guardians, military dogs, and search-and-rescue workers. Their long, flowing coats, distinctive bearded faces, and confident stride give them a look of rustic elegance that is unmistakably French.

Similar-size breeds

The 8 breeds in the Large size class with shoulder height closest to the Briard.

Alaskan Malamute — 25″ / 85 lb (same height)
American English Coonhound — 25″ / 55 lb (same height)
Belgian Malinois — 25″ / 70 lb (same height)
Belgian Shepherd — 25″ / 65 lb (same height)
Belgian Tervuren — 25″ / 65 lb (same height)
Bluetick Coonhound — 25″ / 68 lb (same height)
Bullmasador — 25″ / 100 lb (same height)
Chesapeake Bay Retriever — 25″ / 73 lb (same height)

Frequently asked

How tall is a Briard?: An adult Briard stands about 25 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
Is a Briard considered a large dog?: Yes — at 25" / 78 lb, the Briard falls into the large-breed size class (shoulder height 23–27"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #55 tallest.
How does a Briard compare to a person?: At 25" tall, a Briard stands about 39% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

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