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Name	Beauceron	Bouvier des Flandres	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Origins	France	Belgium	Switzerland
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	141	85	75
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bas-Rouge Beauce Shepherd French Shorthaired Shepherd Berger De Beauce	Flanders Cattle Dog Vlaamse Koehond Belgian Cattle Dog	Swissy Great Swiss Mountain Dog Grosser Schweizer Sennenhund Large Swiss Mountain Dog Great Swiss Cattle Dog Bouvier Suisse
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1500	$1500-$2000	$2000-$2500
Availability Which is easier to get, Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Frequent: The Beauceron is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Bouvier des Flandres is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.

Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Bouvier des Flandres? Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog weight comparison:	110 pounds (50 kg)	Males 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg), Female: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg)	130-135 pounds (59-61 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	110 pounds (50 kg)	Males 92.5 pounds (42 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)	132.5 pounds (60 kg)
Height Which is taller, Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog height comparison:	24-27.5 inches (32-70 cm)	Male: 23-28 inches (58-71 cm), Female: 22-27 inches (56-69 cm)	23.5-28.5 (60-72 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	24-27.5 inches (51 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (64.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62.5 cm)	23.5-28.5 (66 cm)

Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog coat comparison:	Dense	Rough	Dense
Colors What are the original Beauceron, Bouvier des Flandres and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog color?	Black Gray Tan Rust	Black Gray Fawn Brindle Pepper Salt	Black Red White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Beauceron doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or {name3 shedding:	Beauceron dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs shed moderately. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.

Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Protective Courageous Loyal Obedient	Protective Intelligent Loyal Gentle Familiar Rational	Protective Alert Devoted Selfish Fearless Good-natured Confidence
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog intelligence:	Smart: The Beauceron dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Bouvier des Flandres dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog playfulness comparison:	The Beauceron is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Bouvier des Flandress, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Average to High: Beauceron dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Bouvier des Flandres dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog social needs comparison:	Beauceron dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Average: The Beauceron barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Bouvier des Flandres barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Beauceron dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Beauceron dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Beauceron has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bouvier des Flandres has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Beauceron bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bouvier des Flandres bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Greater Swiss Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog mouthiness comparison:	Beauceron dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Beauceron dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Beauceron dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	It is not recommended to keep the Beauceron breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bouvier des Flandres breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Beauceron dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Beauceron dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Beauceron dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Beauceron dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are generally with other pets.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Beauceron dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Beauceron dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Beauceron dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	No Beauceron dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Bouvier des Flandres dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Beauceron is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bouvier des Flandres is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Beaucerons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bouvier des Flandress are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Health Comparison

Health Issues Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Beaucerons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Bouvier des Flandres is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Distichiasis Digestive Problems
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Beauceron should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Bouvier des Flandres should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Beauceron, Bouvier des Flandres and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Beauceron: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bouvier des Flandres: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog: 11 years
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Hypoallergenic Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog energy level comparison:	Beauceron dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Beauceron dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs have an average exercise need.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Beauceron dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Beauceron's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bouvier des Flandres's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Beauceron can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bouvier des Flandres can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Beauceron has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bouvier des Flandres has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Beauceron is an average drooler. See more.	The Bouvier des Flandres is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Beauceron or Bouvier des Flandres or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Not really Beauceron breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bouvier des Flandres breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Beauceron and Bouvier des Flandres and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog have?	6-7 puppies	5-10 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Beauceron vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2007 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club American Pet Registry, Inc.

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