Beauceron Versatility

Beauceron Activites

In the world of working dogs, Beaucerons have relatively medium-high prey drive. Dogs with a higher level of drive require consistent and ongoing mental stimulation to develop into pleasant companions. Regular training helps build a strong bond and relationship of respect between the dog and handler. Some of the best-suited activities for Beaucerons, that are less time and training-intensive, are Herding, Lure Coursing, Dock Diving, and Barn Hunt. These activities are instinctual for most Beaucerons and very exciting for owners to watch and participate in. They make excellent weekend "dates" with your dog and also provide opportunities for socialization with other dogs and people with similar interests. Here is a list of facilities and clubs that we recommend:
On the Lamb Herding
Action K9 Sports
So Cal Coursing
North America Diving Dogs.com
Las Vegas Dog Sports
Feel free to recommend other trainers, clubs, or facilities!!

Beaucerons Herding

In its rustic setting as a herder, the Beauceron was, and is required to move to 30 miles a day, acting as a “living fence” around a flock, or herd. The Beauceron is a shepherd, but not a gatherer like Border Collies. The Beauceron is a Continental herder, and must be trained to perform herding chores. They will not go out naturally and herd sheep around a pen. They have an affinity for stock, but will not gather stock or balance a flock/herd instinctively.

Beaucerons as Service Dogs

With their physical capabilities combined with their work ethic, Beaucerons excel at many different things. They are used quite successfully in Search and Rescue work, as well as drug dogs, service dogs, and therapy dogs. They naturally want to focus, problem-solve, and please, which makes them very easy to train. They are generally indifferent toward other people and animals and stay very close, even when off-leash.