As the dogs reach maturity, they darken again to their adult coat in any of the four colors, black, brown, blue, or fawn. The final coat color is somewhere between the puppy coat and the yearling coat. He is playful and lively with an always wagging tail. The perfect companion for children. Enthusiastic, stable and self-confident.
Males tend to be more bold and outgoing, while females tend to be calmer and more submissive.
The Beardie needs to be with people and not left alone without anything to do. They are humorous and high-energy dogs. Very trainable for many activities. Obedience training is a must as Beardies think a lot and can be headstrong at times. The Beardie is a natural herder of people and animals.