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Name	Bernese Mountain Dog	Australian Shepherd	Bouvier des Ardennes
Origins	Switzerland	United States	Belgium
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes breeds.	Berner Bernese Cattle Dog Berner Sennenhund	Little Blue Dog Aussie	Ardennes Cattle Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Large Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 62–77 pounds (28–35 kg), Female: 49–62 pounds (22–28 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 62–77 pounds (28–35 kg), Female: 49–62 pounds (22–28 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Ardennes? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes height comparison:	Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 22–25 inches (55–63 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–57 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 22–25 inches (55–63 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–57 cm)

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$600-$800	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Ardennes?	Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Average: The Bouvier des Ardennes is a commonly available dog breed.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Bouvier des Ardennes dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which is easiest to train?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed is most alert?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed is most protective?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare temperaments.	Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Faithful	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Curious Playful Adaptable Obstinate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes?	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes social needs comparison:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Bouvier des Ardennes is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Bouvier des Ardennes 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

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Bouvier des Ardennes barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Bouvier des Ardenness, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Australian Shepherd indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bouvier des Ardennes breed.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Ardennes?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Australian Shepherd 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.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bouvier des Ardennes has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which uses mouth most during play?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bernese Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bouvier des Ardennes bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed lives longest?	7-11 years The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Bouvier des Ardennes: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers cold weather The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which has fewer health issues?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bouvier des Ardennes is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Bouvier des Ardennes should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes	No data available

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed is most active?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Ardennes? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Ardennes?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bouvier des Ardennes's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which needs most food?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. What colors are available?	Black White	Black Red Blue Merle	Black Fawn Grey
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Bouvier des Ardennes requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which drools least?	The Bernese Mountain Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bouvier des Ardennes is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bouvier des Ardennes has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Feathered	Double
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Ardennes? Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs shed above average. See more.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which is best with kids?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Ardennes? Which dog is more friendly?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Ardennes?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Ardennes?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes?	Yes Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bernese Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bouvier des Ardennes is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bernese Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bouvier des Ardenness are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good 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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Bernese Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bouvier des Ardennes breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which is best for draft work?	Yes 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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which has most military use?	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.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which has most puppies?	1-14 puppies, average 8	6-9 puppies, average 7	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. What's recommended?	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.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Ardennes Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.	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.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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 Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America	No data available

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