Bouvier Des Flandres - Bouvier Des Flandres

Bouvier Des Flandres Temperament

The Bouvier Des Flandres is a dog that has many contrasting personality traits - they can be bold yet steady, spirited yet aloof, serious yet playful, and moody yet affectionate. These dogs are generally calm in nature, and are known to be very agile, although some tend to be lazy whenever given half the chance. The Bouvier Des Flandres is an intelligent breed, and in order to keep him alert and interest you need to provide mental stimulation through the activities that you provide for him. He is a protective dog when it comes to his family, and this makes him an effective watchdog. He can also be very assertive, but this is a trait that must be watched if he feels challenged.

The Bouvier Des Flandres is a very alert and responsive dog in most cases, and these dogs usually have an even temper. They get along well with children that they have been raised with, as well as other animals that they have been raised with, although some can be aggressive towards other dogs. Rather than being a dog that bites, the Bouvier Des Flandres is a dog that tends to utilize his size in order to get what he wants, and may try to use his herding instincts to herd people and animals by pushing them with his large body. He can be quite reserved and stand offish with strangers. The Bouvier Des Flandres can also be very strong willed and dominant, and are therefore best suited to those with some experience of dog ownership and training.
Bouvier Des Flandres Appearance

The Bouvier Des Flandres reaches heights of around 23-28 inches, and weighs in at around 65-130 pounds. His coat is rough, harsh, and thick, and has a softer undercoat. This dense double coat needs to be well looked after to keep it in good condition. However, he is not a heavy shedder, which is good news for allergy sufferers. The coloring of the Bouvier Des Flandres may be black, fawn, brindle, or slat and pepper effect. He has a powerful build and a distinctive appearance, with a very rugged look about him. His distinctive beard adds to his rugged appearance.
Bouvier Des Flandres Grooming

When it comes to grooming you will need to put some effort in with the Bouvier Des Flandres in order to keep his coat in good condition, as well as checking his teeth, nails, and ears regularly. Brush and comb his coat around twice a week, and brush his beard once daily for hygiene reasons. Some scissoring and clipping may also be required with the coat of the Bouvier Des Flandres. This dog is a light to medium shedder when groomed properly.
Bouvier Des Flandres Health Problems and Life Expectancy

The life expectancy of the Bouvier Des Flandres is around 10-12 years. A number of health problems and disorders are linked to this breed, and this includes entropion, torsion, thyroid problems, larynx problems, cancer, cataracts, glaucoma, HD, and bloat. The parents of the Bouvier Des Flandres puppy should have OFA and CERF certificates.
Bouvier Des Flandres History

The Bouvier Des Flandres originates from Belgium, with a history that dates back to around the sixteenth century. Bred to drive cattle, this breed almost became extinct after the First World War. The Bouvier Des Flandres was registered with the AKC in 1931.

# AKABelgian Cattle Dog
# SizeLarge
# Ease of trainingMedium
# GroomingHigh
# SheddingLow/ Medium
# Exercise neededWalk and a run everyday
# Energy levelMedium
# ProtectionHigh, will protect family
# Good with childrenYes, if raised with them
# Health clearancesOFA, CERF
# Popularity86/155