Flanders Bouvier dog breed - photos and description
Photos of the breed
Main characteristics of the breed
Care: | Need a little care |
Size: | Large |
Molt: | Sheds heavily seasonally |
Need for activity: | Need vigorous daily exercise |
Domination: | Moderate |
Tolerance of loneliness: | Moderately addicted |
Type of wool: | Smoothhaired |
Temperament: | Sanguine |
Friendly to strangers: | Restrained |
Intellect: | Working intelligence |
Learnability: | Easy to learn |
Specialization: | Companions, Hunting |
Tendency to bark: | Bark only for warning, not for long |
The Flanders Bouvier is a breed of dog that was bred in Belgium in the 19th century to hunt deer and wild boar. They have a powerful build, short legs and a long muzzle with wide nostrils and floppy ears. Their coat can be either short or long, and the color ranges from white to red or black. Flanders Bouves are known for their stamina, strength and ability to work in a team. They can also be great companions and protectors for their owners.