Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound vs Briard
Breed Compatibility
99% Compatible
Energy Level
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound: Regular Exercise0.6
Briard: Regular Exercise0.6
Very Compatible
Trainability
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound: Agreeable0.6
Briard: Independent0.4
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound: Weekly Brushing0.4
Briard: Daily Brushing0.8
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound3/5
Briard3/5
Good with Other Dogs
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound3/5
Briard3/5
Good with Strangers
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound3/5
Briard3/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Eye Problems: Progressive vision issues
Ear Infections: Due to drooping ears
Bloat: Digestive emergency risk
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
Cardiac Issues: Heart health concerns
Briard
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Bloat: Digestive emergency condition
PRA: Progressive retinal deterioration
Heart Issues: Cardiac health concerns
Allergies: Environmental sensitivities
Von Willebrand's: Blood clotting disorder
Pros & Cons Comparison
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound
Pros
Excellent tracking abilities
Loyal companion
Good endurance
Versatile working dog
Cons
Requires extensive exercise
Strong prey drive
Reserved with strangers
Needs experienced handler
Briard
Pros
Loyal and protective
Excellent herding instincts
Good with children
Intelligent
Cons
High grooming needs
Strong-willed nature
Reserved with strangers
Requires extensive exercise
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound Fun Fact
Their exceptional nose can track week-old scent trails across challenging mountain terrain.
Briard Fun Fact
Napoleon reportedly praised Briards for their courage and loyalty during military campaigns.
Heritage & Purpose
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound
Origin:
Developed in Bavaria during the 1870s for tracking wounded game in mountainous terrain. Expert scent hounds valued for their precise tracking abilities in challenging landscapes.
Briard
Origin:
French herding dogs from the 8th century, Briards protected and guided sheep flocks across the Brie region. Their versatility extended to military service in both World Wars.
Special Considerations
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound
Regular ear cleaning needed due to drooping ears. Requires consistent exercise and mental stimulation. Health screening for common breed issues recommended.
Briard
Daily brushing required to prevent matting. Need consistent exercise and mental stimulation. Regular health monitoring for breed-specific issues essential.