Bouvier des
Flandres - Belgian Cattle Dog
Family: livestock, herding
AKC Breed Group: Herding
Area of Origin: Belgium
Date of Origin: 1600s
Original Function: cattle herding
Today's Function: security, herding trials
Colors: fawn to black; including salt and pepper, gray and brindle
Coat: double-coated; undercoat is fine, dense and soft, outercoat is
rough and harsh
Characteristics and temperaments: The Bouvier Des Flandres is a fearless
breed, and can be over-protective. To avoid the latter, he should be socialized
well at early age. He makes a good family dog, but should be raised by the
experienced owners to avoid dominance
Average Size of Male: Height: 24.5 - 27.5 inches, Weight: 69 - 90 pounds
Average Size of Female: Height: 23.5 - 26.5 inches, Weight: 69 - 90
pounds
Care: The thick and shaggy coat requires regular brushing and trimming.
Grooming is required to avoid excessive shedding. Bathe only when necessary
Training and activity: The breed is an pleasant to train. Obedience
training should begin at an early age. Properly socialized, he can get along
with cats and other house pets well. Although he is not overly active indoor, he
requires reasonable amount of exercises
Other Names: Belgian cattle dog
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