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Name	Bernese Mountain Dog	Australian Shepherd	Bouvier des Flandres
Origins	Switzerland	United States	Belgium
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	25	17	85
Reviews	6	7	1
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Berner Bernese Cattle Dog Berner Sennenhund	Little Blue Dog Aussie	Flanders Cattle Dog Vlaamse Koehond Belgian Cattle Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

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

Size Which is bigger, Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres? Which is the smallest dog, Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres weight comparison:	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)	Males 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg), Female: 60-80 pounds (27-36 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)	Males 92.5 pounds (42 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres 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: 23-28 inches (58-71 cm), Female: 22-27 inches (56-69 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: 25.5 inches (64.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62.5 cm)

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

Price Which is cheaper, Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$600-$800	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres?	Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bouvier des Flandres is quite easy to get.

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

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres intelligence:	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 Flandres dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres trainability comparison.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres?	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 Flandres dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Faithful	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Protective Intelligent Loyal Gentle Familiar Rational
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.	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: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres?	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.	High: Bouvier des Flandres dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres 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 Flandres 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.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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 Flandres dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

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

Playfulness Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres playfulness comparison:	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 Flandress, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres?	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Bouvier des Flandres barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres?	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 Flandres breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	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 Flandres dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres?	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 Flandres Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres?	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 Flandres bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	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 Flandres has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres mouthiness comparison:	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 Flandres dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

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

Health Issues Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres?	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 Flandres is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres 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	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma
Veterinarian Visits 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 Flandres should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres lifespan comparison. How long do Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd and Bouvier des Flandres breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	7-11 years The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bouvier des Flandres: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres?	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 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.

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

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres energy level comparison:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres? 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 Flandres dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres?	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 Flandres dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres?	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 high-quality dry food a day.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres weight gain potential comparison:	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 Flandres's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres coat comparison:	Dense	Feathered	Rough
Colors What are the original Bernese Mountain Dog, Australian Shepherd and Bouvier des Flandres color?	Black White	Black Red Blue Merle	Black Gray Fawn Brindle Pepper Salt
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres grooming comparison:	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres? 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 Flandres dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres?	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 Flandres has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the 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 Flandres is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly 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 Flandres dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres? 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 Flandres dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bouvier des Flandres 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 Flandres?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bouvier des Flandres 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 Flandres?	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 Flandres 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 Flandres 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 Flandress are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

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

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bernese Mountain Dog or Australian Shepherd or Bouvier des Flandres? 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: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres?	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 Flandres 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?	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.
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.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres 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 Bernese Mountain Dog and Australian Shepherd and Bouvier des Flandres have?	1-14 puppies, average 8	6-9 puppies, average 7	5-10 puppies
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bouvier des Flandres Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	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

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