The Beauceron, as its name suggests, originates from the French Plains of Beauce. It has been seen in the United Kingdom before, but was reintroduced in 1995. The French also refer to the breed by the familiar name of Bas Rouge (Red Stockings).

He is an extremely agile and active dog, used extensively as a livestock herder and guarder, and seems to have a very good memory to add to his working ability. He doesn’t appreciate harsh handling, but is tolerant by nature and is gentle with children, which is just as well as the male can reach a height of 70 centimetres (27.5 inches) and is solid to boot. He takes to dogs he knows, but is not enthusiastic about intruders. He obviously needs plenty of exercise and reacts well to training.

He comes in black and tan markings, or as a harlequin pattern, where the base colour is grey with black and rust torn patches.