Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Barbet Versus Berger Picard: Introduction
- Barbet versus Berger Picard: Overview
- Barbet versus Berger Picard: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Barbet and the Berger Picard
- The Similarities Between the Barbet and the Berger Picard
- Size Comparison of Barbet versus Berger Picard
- Lifespan of Barbet versus Berger Picard
- Temperament of the Berger Picard Versus the Barbet
- Health Problems of Barbet versus Health Problems of Berger Picard
- Tolerates Being Alone: Barbet versus Berger Picard
- Do Barbets shed more than Berger Picards?
- Which one drools more, the Barbet or the Berger Picard
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Barbet or the Berger Picard?
- Does the Barbet Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Berger Picard?
- Do Barbets Bark and Howl? What about Berger Picards?
- Can Barbets Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Berger Picards Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Barbet vs. Berger Picard
- Can Barbets Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Berger Picards Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Barbet or the Berger Picard?
- Are Barbets good family dogs? What about Berger Picards?
- How Kid-friendly are Barbets and Berger Picards?
- Is the Barbet Easier to Train than the Berger Picard?
- Conclusion: Barbet versus Berger Picard. Which One is a Better Pet?
Barbet Versus Berger Picard: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Barbet and the Berger Picard? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Barbet and the Berger Picard better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Barbet and the Berger Picard.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Barbet and the Berger Picard is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Barbet and for the Berger Picard. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Barbet and the Berger Picard.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Barbet or the Berger Picard.
Barbet versus Berger Picard: Overview
A very important difference between the Barbet and the Berger Picard is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Barbet is a medium-sized dog while the Berger Picard is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Barbet belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
On the other hand, the Berger Picard belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
Barbet versus Berger Picard: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Barbet to the Berger Picard based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Barbet and the Berger Picard
| Factor | Barbet | Berger Picard |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 13 to 15 years | 13 to 14 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 20 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder | 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 1 inch tall at the sho |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 37 to 62 pounds | 50 to 70 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $2400 – $2800 |
| Average Price | No Data | $2600 |
| Temperament Score | 100.0 percent | 95.2 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Barbet in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Berger Picard. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Barbet is 82 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Berger Picard is 86 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Berger Picard is a better pet than the Barbet. So, you should get the Berger Picard!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Barbet and the Berger Picard so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Barbet and the Berger Picard
Below is a list of where the Barbet and the Berger Picard are most different:
- Barbets require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Berger Picards are very easy to groom.
The Similarities Between the Barbet and the Berger Picard
The Barbet and the Berger Picard are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Barbet and the Berger Picard are most similar:
- Both the Barbet and the Berger Picard do not have the tendency to drool.
- Both the Barbet and the Berger Picard are not prone to nip and chew at things.
- Both the Barbet and the Berger Picard can tolerate cold weather.
- Both the Barbet and the Berger Picard can tolerate hot weather.
- Both the Barbet and the Berger Picard get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
- Both the Barbet and the Berger Picard get along well with other dogs.
- Both the Barbet and the Berger Picard are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
- Both the Barbet and the Berger Picard are very easy to train.
- Both the Barbet and the Berger Picard are highly intelligent.
- Both the Barbet and the Berger Picard are very playful.
- Both the Barbet and the Berger Picard are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
- Both the Barbet and the Berger Picard have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
Size Comparison of Barbet versus Berger Picard
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Barbet and the Berger Picard.
Barbets weigh 37 to 62 pounds when fully grown. Barbets are 20 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Berger Picards weigh 50 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Berger Picards are 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 1 inch tall at the sho when fully grown.
Lifespan of Barbet versus Berger Picard
The lifespan of Barbets is between 13 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Barbets is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Berger Picards is between 13 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Berger Picards is 13.5 years.
Barbets live longer than Berger Picards.
Temperament of the Berger Picard Versus the Barbet
The Barbet has a better temperament than the Berger Picard.
This is because the temperament score for the Barbet is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Berger Picard is 95.2 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Barbet has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 95.2 percent, the Berger Picard has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Barbet and the Berger Picard by measuring the temperaments of 1 Barbets and 21 Berger Picards.
Health Problems of Barbet versus Health Problems of Berger Picard
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Barbet and the Berger Picard are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Barbet is prone to more genetic health problems than the Berger Picard.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Barbet than for the Berger Picard.
5 health tests are recommended for Barbet while 3 tests are recommended for the Berger Picard.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Barbets and in Berger Picards.
Barbet Health Problems
Barbets are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Barbet puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Barbet puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Barbet breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Barbets for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Barbets here.
Berger Picard Health Problems
Berger Picards are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Berger Picard puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Berger Picard puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Berger Picard breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Berger Picards for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Berger Picards here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Barbet versus Berger Picard
Barbets do not like to be left alone.
Berger Picards can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Barbets shed more than Berger Picards?
Barbets do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Berger Picards shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Barbet or the Berger Picard
Barbets do have a very low tendency to drool.
Berger Picards do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Barbet or the Berger Picard?
Barbets require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Berger Picards are very easy to groom.
Does the Barbet Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Berger Picard?
Barbets have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Berger Picards have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Barbets Bark and Howl? What about Berger Picards?
Barbets bark and howl, but not very much.
Berger Picards are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Barbets Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Berger Picards Tolerate Cold Weather?
Barbets can very well tolerate cold weather.
Berger Picards can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Barbet vs. Berger Picard
Barbets have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Berger Picards do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Barbets Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Berger Picards Tolerate Hot Weather?
Barbets can tolerate hot weather.
Berger Picards can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Barbet or the Berger Picard?
Barbets get along very well with other dogs.
Berger Picards get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Barbets good family dogs? What about Berger Picards?
Barbets are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Berger Picards are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Barbets and Berger Picards?
Barbets get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Berger Picards get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Barbet Easier to Train than the Berger Picard?
Barbets are very easy to train.
Berger Picards are very easy to train.
Is the Barbet Better for Apartment Owners than the Berger Picard?
Barbets adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Berger Picards adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Barbet or the Berger Picard?
Barbets are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Berger Picards are very good for new dog owners.
Conclusion: Barbet versus Berger Picard. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Barbet and the Berger Picard better suits you and your family.