What is a Berger Picard?

The Berger Picard (Picardy Sheepdog) is a rare French herding breed known for its shaggy coat, tall erect ears, athletic build and lively, loyal temperament. It is one of the oldest French sheepdogs and remains uncommon worldwide.

Are Berger Picards available in Israel?

Berger Picards are extremely rare in Israel. Berger Picard Israel is a small family and future breeder in affiliation with Élevage du Moulin de Boucheron in France, with a waitlist for future puppies.

Is the Berger Picard a good family and adventure dog?

Yes. The Berger Picard is energetic, intelligent and deeply bonded to its family, which makes it well suited to active households, travel and outdoor adventure — provided it gets consistent exercise and mental work.

Uno the Berger Picard reflected in the motorcycle mirror, geared up for the ride

Rare French herding breed · Israel

Berger PicardIsrael

Name: Berger Picard Israel
Address: IL

A rare French herding breed, raised for the open road. Follow Uno's adventures across Israel and meet the dogs behind the journey.

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In affiliation with Élevage du Moulin de Boucheron, France

Uno riding on the Triumph on an open road, goggles on

The Ride · Uno + Triumph

Born to roam.

Some dogs were born to herd. Uno was born to ride. From desert switchbacks to coastal mornings, he travels the way he was built to, goggles on, ears back, riding shotgun on the Triumph as we explore Israel together.

Meet the co-pilot

This is Uno.

Part herding dog, part navigator, full-time adventure partner. Uno is the reason this whole story exists and the heart of @berger_picard_il. Where we go, he goes: desert switchbacks, coastal mornings, mountain passes, and every roadside stop in between.

He's not a stunt. He's a Berger Picard doing exactly what the breed was built for: being smart, game, and gloriously up for anything. Watch him for five minutes and you'll understand the breed better than any article could explain.

20kkm ridden together

1000+smiles 😊

1very good co-pilot

Follow Uno's adventures

Dramatic low-angle close-up of Uno the Berger Picard smiling against a bright blue sky

The kit & the crew

Geared up for the road

Riding with a dog is a craft, not a stunt. It takes the right bike, the right gear, and people who care about doing it safely. A few of the names that make Uno's adventures possible:

The bike Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro @triumphisrael

Gear GoRuffly @goruffly

Luggage Mosko Moto @moskomoto

Eyes on the road Rex Specs @rexspecsk9

Stickers & protection RubbaTech @rubbatecheurope

Harness OneTigris @onetigrisk9

A brand that belongs on the road with us? We love collaborating with people who share the adventure.

Let's ride together

The adventure, daily

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Uno in goggles in the motorcycle cockpit

A muddy, soaking-wet Uno after an adventure

Uno riding the blue Triumph on the open road

Uno at sunset beside the adventure bike and tent

Low-angle close-up of Uno against blue sky

A close, over-the-shoulder moment carrying our Berger Picard

Our Story

How one shaggy French dog rerouted our lives

It started with a single photo of a Berger Picard, those wild eyebrows, that knowing look, and a feeling we couldn't shake. We weren't looking for a project. We found a passion.

We're a small, family-run home for the breed in Israel, working in close affiliation with Élevage du Moulin de Boucheron in France, learning from their lines and staying true to the breed's standard. We're not a high-volume kennel and never will be. Our dogs live with us on the couch, in the cockpit, on the trail.

Everything we do comes back to one belief: a rare breed deserves a thoughtful home, and a great dog deserves a real adventure. That's the life we try to give them and the one we hope to share with the right families.

Shai & family Breed advocates & future breeders · Berger Picard Israel

Our dogs

The Pack

Three souls, one adventure family. Meet the dogs at the heart of everything we do.

The adventure star

Uno

The one who rides. Confident, curious, always ready for the next trail.

Rides shotgun

Nova Add a photo of Nova Nova, a gentle tan Berger Picard

The calm soul

Nova

Nine years old, gentle and wise, the steady presence behind every adventure.

9 years young

In Loving Memory

Add the sofa photo of Lilou & the pack Lilou, our brindle Berger Picard, resting on the sofa with a packmate

In Loving Memory

Lilou

Our brindle girl, forever part of the pack. Warm, beloved, unforgettable.

Meet the breed

The Berger Picard, honestly

One of France's oldest and rarest herding breeds. Smart, athletic, hilarious, and deeply loyal. Here's the real picture, the good and the demanding, so you know what you'd be signing up for.

Temperament

Affectionate and bonded to their people, with a goofy, mischievous streak. Confident but sensitive: they read your mood and thrive on being included, not kennelled.

Energy level

High and enduring. Bred to work all day, they need real exercise and a job for their brain. Hikes, training, sport, or riding shotgun on an adventure.

Grooming

Surprisingly low-maintenance. A rough, weatherproof coat that rarely needs more than a weekly brush and the occasional tidy, no clipping, minimal shedding.

Good-fit households

Active individuals and families who want a dog in the thick of it. Great with respectful kids and a confident hand. Not a fit for long, lonely days at home.

Trainability

Whip-smart and quick to learn, but independent thinkers who get bored by drilling. They reward patient, positive, playful training with a remarkable partnership.

What makes them special

Rare worldwide, with a soulful, almost human expression and an adventurer's heart. A Picard isn't just a pet, it becomes a once-in-a-lifetime companion.

Be honest with yourself

Is a Berger Picard right for you?

We'd rather see this breed go to the right homes than rushed into the wrong ones. Read both columns before you reach out. The best matches see themselves in both.

A great match if…

You picture your dog beside you, not behind a gate.

You're active and want a true adventure companion, trails, travel, sport, and the open road.
You enjoy training and mental engagement, not just walks around the block.
Your dog will be part of daily life at home with people, not alone for long stretches.
You value a rare, healthy, well-raised dog over instant availability.

Honestly consider…

The breed is wonderful and a real commitment.

They need daily exercise and a job. A bored Picard will invent its own (loud) hobbies.
They're sensitive and independent, harsh or repetitive training backfires.
They're rare, and we're not breeding right now, so this is a long game. Expect a genuine wait, never a next-week pickup.
This is a 12-14 year relationship. We place for the whole life, not just the puppy stage.

Get in touch

Join the waitlist, or just say hello

We're not breeding right now, and a litter is still a few years away. We're working to bring a young female home from France, and even then she'll need time to grow up. There's no pressure and nothing for sale here. This is simply a way to introduce yourself, stay connected, and be among the first to know if a litter is ever on the horizon.

We'll reach out personally when there's news. No spam, no commitment, just two dog people talking.

bergerpicardisrael@gmail.com
@berger_picard_il
Israel · in affiliation with France

Do your homework

Global Berger Picard associations

Anyone serious about this breed points you to the wider community. These clubs are superb places to research the breed, read the standard, and connect with owners worldwide.

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