Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Briard Versus Cesky Terrier: Introduction
- Briard versus Cesky Terrier: Overview
- Briard versus Cesky Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Briard and the Cesky Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Briard and the Cesky Terrier
- Size Comparison of Briard versus Cesky Terrier
- Lifespan of Briard versus Cesky Terrier
- Health Problems of Briard versus Health Problems of Cesky Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Briard versus Cesky Terrier
- Do Briards shed more than Cesky Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Briard or the Cesky Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Briard or the Cesky Terrier?
- Does the Briard Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Cesky Terrier?
- Do Briards Bark and Howl? What about Cesky Terriers?
- Can Briards Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Briard vs. Cesky Terrier
- Can Briards Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Briard or the Cesky Terrier?
- Are Briards good family dogs? What about Cesky Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Briards and Cesky Terriers?
- Is the Briard Easier to Train than the Cesky Terrier?
- Conclusion: Briard versus Cesky Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Briard Versus Cesky Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Briard and the Cesky Terrier? 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 Briard and the Cesky Terrier 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 Briard and the Cesky Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Briard and the Cesky Terrier 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 Briard and for the Cesky Terrier. 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 Briard and the Cesky Terrier.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Briard or the Cesky Terrier.
Briard versus Cesky Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Briard and the Cesky Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Briard is a large-sized dog while the Cesky Terrier is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Briard 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.
On the other hand, the Cesky Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
Briard versus Cesky Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Briard to the Cesky Terrier 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 Briard and the Cesky Terrier
| Factor | Briard | Cesky Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 70 to 100 pounds | 13 to 30 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $2500 | No Data |
| Price Range | $2500 – $2500 | No Data |
| 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 Briard 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 Cesky Terrier. 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 Briard is 79 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Cesky Terrier is 89 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cesky Terrier is a better pet than the Briard. So, you should get the Cesky Terrier!
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 Briard and the Cesky Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Briard and the Cesky Terrier
Below is a list of where the Briard and the Cesky Terrier are most different:
- Briards require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Cesky Terriers are very easy to groom.
- Briards get along well with other dogs. However, Cesky Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
The Similarities Between the Briard and the Cesky Terrier
The Briard and the Cesky Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Briard and the Cesky Terrier are most similar:
- Both the Briard and the Cesky Terrier do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
- Both the Briard and the Cesky Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
- Both the Briard and the Cesky Terrier are not very friendly towards strangers.
- Both the Briard and the Cesky Terrier are not prone to nip and chew at things.
- Both the Briard and the Cesky Terrier are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
- Both the Briard and the Cesky Terrier can tolerate cold weather.
- Both the Briard and the Cesky Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
- Both the Briard and the Cesky Terrier are very easy to train.
- Both the Briard and the Cesky Terrier are highly intelligent.
- Both the Briard and the Cesky Terrier are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
- Both the Briard and the Cesky Terrier do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
- Both the Briard and the Cesky Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
- Both the Briard and the Cesky Terrier are very playful.
Size Comparison of Briard versus Cesky Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Briard and the Cesky Terrier.
Briards weigh 70 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Briards are 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Cesky Terriers weigh 13 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Cesky Terriers are 10 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Briard versus Cesky Terrier
The lifespan of Briards is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Briards is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Cesky Terriers is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Cesky Terriers is 12.5 years.
Cesky Terriers live longer than Briards.
Health Problems of Briard versus Health Problems of Cesky Terrier
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 Briard and the Cesky Terrier 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 Cesky Terrier is prone to more genetic health problems than the Briard.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Cesky Terrier than for the Briard.
5 health tests are recommended for Briard while 7 tests are recommended for the Cesky Terrier.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Briards and in Cesky Terriers.
Briard Health Problems
Briards are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Briard 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 Briard puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Briard 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 Briards for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Briards here.
Cesky Terrier Health Problems
Cesky Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Cesky Terrier 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 Cesky Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Cesky Terrier 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 Cesky Terriers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Cesky Terriers here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Briard versus Cesky Terrier
Briards can be left alone only for a short time.
Cesky Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Briards shed more than Cesky Terriers?
Briards do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Cesky Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Briard or the Cesky Terrier
Briards do have a very low tendency to drool.
Cesky Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Briard or the Cesky Terrier?
Briards require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Cesky Terriers are very easy to groom.
Does the Briard Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Cesky Terrier?
Briards have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Cesky Terriers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Briards Bark and Howl? What about Cesky Terriers?
Briards are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Cesky Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Briards Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Briards can very well tolerate cold weather.
Cesky Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Briard vs. Cesky Terrier
Briards have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Cesky Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Briards Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Briards can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Cesky Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Briard or the Cesky Terrier?
Briards get along very well with other dogs.
Cesky Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Briards good family dogs? What about Cesky Terriers?
Briards are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Cesky Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Briards and Cesky Terriers?
Briards get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Cesky Terriers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Briard Easier to Train than the Cesky Terrier?
Briards are very easy to train.
Cesky Terriers are very easy to train.
Is the Briard Better for Apartment Owners than the Cesky Terrier?
Briards adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Cesky Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Briard or the Cesky Terrier?
Briards are OK for new dog owners.
Cesky Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Conclusion: Briard versus Cesky Terrier. 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 Briard and the Cesky Terrier better suits you and your family.