Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard Comparison – Which dog is better Ardennes Cattle Dog or Picardy Sheepdog?

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Name	Bouvier des Ardennes	Berger Picard
Origins	Belgium	France
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Bouvier des Ardennes and Berger Picard. What other names are these breeds known by?	Ardennes Cattle Dog	Picardy Sheepdog Picardy Shepherd Berger de Picardie
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Bouvier des Ardennes and a Berger Picard. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Bouvier des Ardennes and a Berger Picard. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 62–77 pounds (28–35 kg), Female: 49–62 pounds (22–28 kg)	51–71 lb (23–32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 62–77 pounds (28–35 kg), Female: 49–62 pounds (22–28 kg)	61 lb (27.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bouvier des Ardennes or Berger Picard? Is a Bouvier des Ardennes taller than a Berger Picard?	Male: 22–25 inches (55–63 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–57 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (56–61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 22–25 inches (55–63 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–57 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Bouvier des Ardennes and a Berger Picard. Which breed costs more?	$500-$600	$2000-$2500
Availability Which is easier to get, Bouvier des Ardennes or Berger Picard?	Average: The Bouvier des Ardennes is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Berger Picard is easier than average to get.

Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Bouvier des Ardennes dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare training requirements.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are easy to train. See more.	Berger Picard dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare alertness levels.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Berger Picard dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare territorial behaviors.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average defenders. See more.	Berger Picard dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Bouvier des Ardennes and a Berger Picard. How do their temperaments differ?	Curious Playful Adaptable Obstinate	Stubborn Energetic Intelligent Lively Assertive Mellow
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard?	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Berger Picard dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard?	Average: Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Berger Picard dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard social needs comparison:	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Berger Picard dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard?	The wanderlust potential of the Bouvier des Ardennes is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Berger Picard dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard? Which can be better for hunting?	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Berger Picard dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Bouvier des Ardennes barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Berger Picard barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Bouvier des Ardenness, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Berger Picard is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bouvier des Ardennes breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Berger Picard breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare adaptability levels.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Berger Picard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Bouvier des Ardennes or Berger Picard?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Bouvier des Ardennes has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Berger Picard has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Berger Picard dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bouvier des Ardennes bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Berger Picard bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Bouvier des Ardennes: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Berger Picard: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Berger Picard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Bouvier des Ardennes and a Berger Picard. Which breed is healthier?	The Bouvier des Ardennes is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Berger Picards tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard?	Average The Bouvier des Ardennes should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Berger Picard should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Retinal Dysplasia Eye Infections

Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare activity levels.	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.	Berger Picard dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bouvier des Ardennes or Berger Picard? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs have an average exercise need.	Berger Picard dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bouvier des Ardennes or Berger Picard?	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Berger Picard dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bouvier des Ardennes's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Berger Picard has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare daily food needs.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Bouvier des Ardennes and Berger Picard? Compare breed colors.	Black Fawn Grey	Gray Fawn Brindle
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare maintenance needs.	Advanced: The Bouvier des Ardennes requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Berger Picard requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare drooling amounts.	The Bouvier des Ardennes is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Berger Picard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Bouvier des Ardennes has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Berger Picard has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Bouvier des Ardennes and a Berger Picard? Compare fur types.	Double	Wiry Waterproof Double
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Bouvier des Ardennes or Berger Picard? Do Bouvier des Ardennes dogs shed more than Berger Picard dogs?	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs shed above average. See more.	Berger Picard dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare kid-friendliness.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Berger Picard dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are generally with other pets.	Berger Picard dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bouvier des Ardennes or Berger Picard? Which dog is more friendly?	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Berger Picard dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bouvier des Ardennes or Berger Picard?	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Berger Picard dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bouvier des Ardennes or Berger Picard? Can a Bouvier des Ardennes and a Berger Picard be friends? Do Bouvier des Ardennes dogs get along with Berger Picard dogs?	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Berger Picard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard?	Yes Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Berger Picard dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bouvier des Ardennes is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Berger Picard is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bouvier des Ardenness are usually recommended for elderly people.	Berger Picards are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare service capabilities.	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 Which is better for therapy work: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare therapy capabilities.	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Bouvier des Ardennes breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Berger Picard breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Bouvier des Ardennes or a Berger Picard? Compare draft work capabilities.	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 history between Bouvier des Ardennes and Berger Picard. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Bouvier des Ardennes and Berger Picard. Which has larger litters?	4-6 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Bouvier des Ardennes and Berger Picard breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Bouvier des Ardennes and Berger Picard. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Bouvier des Ardennes vs Berger Picard Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Bouvier des Ardennes and Berger Picard. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Bouvier des Ardennes and Berger Picard. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Bouvier des Ardennes and Berger Picard. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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