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{ Bouvier Des Flandres }
Biography//
KC Group: Working
Size: Large
Good with children?: Seek breeder advice
Exercise requirement: Lots
Good guard dogs?: Yes
Moulting level: Low
Grooming: Lots
Jogging partner: Short runs
Character//
Generally amiable and a loving companion, excellent with children. The Bouvier Des Flandres can occasionally be aggressive, a left-over from its days guarding cattle herds. This aggression is usually reserved for strangers making them excellent guard dogs. They are highly intelligent and will rapidly grasp any task at hand but are also prone to stubbornness.
Size//
Ideal height for dogs should be 62-68cm and bitches 59-65cm. They should weigh around 35-40kg and 27-35kg respectively
Health//
A generally healthy breed, the main concerns are those of all large breeds, Bloat and Hip Dysplasia.
Special Care//
A male Akita will often attempt to show his dominance over other dogs so care should be taken whilst in public, it may be best to keep them on the lead at all times in such situations.
Remember! All breed profiles are general and every dog is an individual.