Briard vs Maremma Sheepdog

Compare the Briard to the Maremma Sheepdog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Briards and Maremma Sheepdogs.

Briard vs Maremma Sheepdog
Briard
Maremma Sheepdog
Briard
Maremma Sheepdog
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General Details
Briard
Maremma Sheepdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
11-13 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
25-29 Inches
Weight
50-90 Pounds
66-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Briard
Maremma Sheepdog
Origin Country
France
Italy
Origin Year
1200 AD
1400 AD
Temperament
Briard
Maremma Sheepdog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Briard
Maremma Sheepdog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Living Environment
Briard
Maremma Sheepdog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
20-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
Briard
Maremma Sheepdog
Energy Level
Medium to High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
19 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Briard
Maremma Sheepdog
Coat Maintenance
High to Very High
Low
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium to High
Dander
Medium
Medium to High
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Briard
Maremma Sheepdog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Briard
Maremma Sheepdog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Briard
Maremma Sheepdog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Briard
Maremma Sheepdog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
11-13 Years
Health Concerns
Briard
Maremma Sheepdog
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Vaccination sensitivity
Obesity
Drug sensitivity
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Briard
Maremma Sheepdog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Briard
Maremma Sheepdog
Breed Colors
Black
Gray
Tawny
Cream
White
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