27 reasons to get a Briard

      contributed to Briard-L by Sandy Wicklund

      GET A BRIARD BECAUSE THEY: (Half truths... followed by the real meaning)

      • Don't shed... "What are these little balls of hair on her?"
      • Are very smart... Knowing and doing are 2 different things
      • Are alert... When you are near a can opener
      • Are gentle... Only breaks 1/2 the things she knocks over
      • Are interesting looking... Learn to say, "It's a Briard" 999 times in rapid succession
      • Like to sleep near their owners... Buy a bigger bed
      • Like to travel... Buy a bigger car
      • Like to stay by your side... Buy a bigger couch
      • Like to be with you constantly... Build a bigger bathroom
      • Are an education pet... Learn the meaning of the word bigger
      • Aren't timid... She's begging from the neighbors again
      • Are playful... See my black & blue marks?
      • Have strong teeth... See my scars?
      • Worked for the government during the war... She chewed up the mail again
      • Have a thick coat... Pick broken comb teeth out of the carpet
      • Keep their toys in one place... Where are my shoes?
      • Look cute with a toy in their mouth... Where is the cat?
      • Are good watch dogs... Make a lot of noise at 3 a.m. if there is a prowler or a squirrel in the yard
      • Are constant companions... "Get out of here, I'm busy!"
      • Are fearless... The skunk got her again
      • Are good herding dogs... She's got the cat in the closet again
      • Have excellent memory... When it's convenient
      • Work well with verbal commands... Doctor, I think I have laryngitis
      • Have good hearing... That's right, I'm talking to you!
      • Are economical... We can't go out to dinner, I've got dog school
      • Are easy to housbreak... Brown spots give the lawn contrast
      • ARE A HEART WRAPPED IN FUR... 100% TRUE