Breed comparison
Bedlington Terrier vs Briard
How the two breeds compare on the American Kennel Club's 1 to 5 trait ratings, and which one suits which home.
3Affection with family3
3Good with young children3
3Good with other dogs3
3Openness to strangers3
3Playfulness3
4Energy level3
3Trainability3
3Mental stimulation needs3
3Adaptability3
4Watchdog / protective4
3Barking1
1Shedding1
3Coat grooming4
1Drooling2
The biggest differences
- Barking: the Bedlington Terrier scores 3 out of 5, the Briard 1.
They score the same on affection with family, good with young children, good with other dogs, openness to strangers, playfulness, trainability.
Which one should you choose?
Pick the Bedlington Terrier if you want an energetic exercise partner. Pick the Briard if you prefer a calmer dog, you want a quieter dog.
Ratings are general breed tendencies from the AKC. Every dog is an individual, so meet the dog, and its parents if you can, before you decide. Not sure? Try the breed selector.
Source: American Kennel Club breed ratings (compiled February 2022). How we check.