Bernese Mountain Dog vs Bouvier Des Flandres

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

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Bouvier Des Flandres
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
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General Details
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
6-8 Years
10-12 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
23-28 Inches
Weight
70-120 Pounds
60-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Origin Country
Switzerland
Belgium
Origin Year
1892 AD
1912 AD
Temperament
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
15-75 °F
20-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Low
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Very High
High to Very High
Grooming Needs
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Coat Maintenance
High
High
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
High
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Average Lifespan
6-8 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Portosystemic shunt
Panosteitis
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Glaucoma
Heart problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bouvier Des Flandres
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Black, Rust, and White
Black, Rust, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brown
Brown
Fawn
Fawn
White
White
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