Smart, Bouncy, Charismatic
Standing 20 to 22 inches at the shoulder and covered head to tail in a shaggy double coat, Beardies bear a passing resemblance to another British favorite, the Old English Sheepdog. Beneath the coats, Beardies are the more lean and angular of the two. The lavish facial hair shoul…
Energy
60%
Shedding
60%
Trainability
40%
Grooming
80%
Friendliness
100%
Coat Type
Long coat
Daily Brushing
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Benefits from 30-60 minutes daily exercise — walks, play sessions, or swimming.
Seasonal shedder — daily brushing during spring and fall coat blows is essential.
Coat requires daily brushing to prevent matting; professional grooming every 6-8 weeks.
Very sociable and people-oriented — early socialization keeps friendliness well-directed.
Recommended for experienced owners — high owner difficulty rating of 7/10.
Urban-friendly: adapts well to flat or townhouse living provided daily exercise is consistent.
A intelligent temperament makes it a reliable companion for the right household.
Working heritage means it needs a job or structured activity — under-stimulation leads to problem behaviours.
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FCI Group
Group 1 — Sheepdogs and Cattledogs
Section
Herdershonden
Status
recognized
