Bouvier Des Flandres

 

Summary:

• The Bouvier des Flandres is a powerfully built dog with a short, compact body and strong, muscular legs.
• The breed exudes power and strength without appearing bulky.
• The Bouvier des Flandres is known for being calm, intelligent and courageous, with an energetic and willing temperament.
• The head is massive and well proportioned to the body, with a marked beard and moustache.
• The coat’s texture is striated, dry and dull, with an abundant top coat and dense undercoat for protection against the elements.

Origin and History:

Bouvier des Flandres has its country of origin in Belgium and France. This robust working dog was originally bred to herd cattle and sheep in the Flanders region. Over the years, the Bouvier des Flandres has proven to be versatile and has also been used as a guard dog and draft dog during wartime. The breed has established itself as a reliable and versatile companion.

Temperament and Behavior:

Bouvier des Flandres is a dog with a calm, wise and fearless temperament. It radiates intelligence and is energetic and courageous in its work. The breed is willing to work and thrives on having a task to perform. At the same time, it is loyal and devoted to its family, and it can be protective if necessary.

Head and Appearance:

The Bouvier des Flandres has a dry and massive head that is in good proportion to the body. The beard and mustache accentuate its distinctive appearance. The skull is well developed, flat and broad, with parallel lines between the skull and the bridge of the nose. The expression is tough and determined, but never overwhelming.

Fur and Grooming:

The Bouvier des Flandres has an abundant coat that provides protection from the weather and wind. The top coat should be streaky, dry and dull, and neither too long nor too short. The undercoat is dense and consists of fine, dense hairs. The eyebrows are marked by raised fur that marks the eyebrow arches. The head has a strong and stubby beard, which gives the breed a rough appearance.

Size and Weight:

Bouvier des Flandres has a withers height of 62-68 cm for male dogs and 59-65 cm for bitches. Male dogs usually weigh between 35-40 kg, while bitches weigh between 27-35 kg.

Advice and Guidance from the Breed Club:

For more information about Bouvier des Flandres and contact with breeders, it is recommended to contact the breed club. The breed club has expertise in the breed and can provide guidance on health, training and other aspects of the breed.

Note:

Any deviations from described standards are considered errors, and the degree of severity depends on the size of the deviation in relation to the breed’s description. Disqualifying faults include aggressiveness, lack of type, incorrect color and serious physical defects.We wish you the best of luck with your eventual Bouvier des Flandres and encourage you to contact the breed club for further information!