Australian Cattle Dog vs Bouvier Des Flandres

Compare the Australian Cattle Dog to the Bouvier Des Flandres. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Cattle Dogs and Bouvier Des Flandres.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Bouvier Des Flandres
Australian Cattle Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Australian Cattle Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
23-28 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
60-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Origin Country
Australia
Belgium
Origin Year
1840 AD
1912 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
20-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
High to Very High
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Glaucoma
Heart problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brown
Brown
Fawn
Fawn
White
White
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