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Name	Bouvier des Flandres	Bavarian Mountain Hound	Old English Sheepdog
Origins	Belgium	Germany	England
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	85	418	70
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog breeds.	Flanders Cattle Dog Vlaamse Koehond Belgian Cattle Dog	Bayerischer Gebirgsschwei Bavarian Mountain Scenthound	Bobtail
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bouvier des Flandres vs Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Old English Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog? Compare adult weight ranges.	Males 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg), Female: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg)	44-55 pounds (20–25 kg)	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Males 92.5 pounds (42 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)	49.5 pounds (20–25 kg)	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bouvier des Flandres or Bavarian Mountain Hound or Old English Sheepdog? Bouvier des Flandres vs Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Old English Sheepdog height comparison:	Male: 23-28 inches (58-71 cm), Female: 22-27 inches (56-69 cm)	Male: 19–20 inches (47–52 cm), Female: 17–19 inches (44–48 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (64.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62.5 cm)	Male: 19–20 inches (47–52 cm), Female: 17–19 inches (44–48 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (51 cm)

Bouvier des Flandres vs Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Old English Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1500-$2000	$600-$800	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Bouvier des Flandres or Bavarian Mountain Hound or Old English Sheepdog?	Very frequent: The Bouvier des Flandres is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Old English Sheepdog is quite easy to get.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Old English Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Bouvier des Flandres 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.	Smart: The Old English Sheepdog dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which is easiest to train?	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which breed is most alert?	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which breed is most protective?	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Bouvier des Flandres vs Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Old English Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog? Compare temperaments.	Protective Intelligent Loyal Gentle Familiar Rational	Agile Courageous Loyal Spirited Quiet Calm	Playful Funny Loving Protective Intelligent Sociable Adaptable Bubbly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Old English Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bouvier des Flandres vs Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Old English Sheepdog?	High: Bouvier des Flandres dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Old English Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Old English Sheepdog social needs comparison:	Bouvier des Flandres dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are a social breed. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bouvier des Flandres dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Old English Sheepdog 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?	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.	Bavarian Mountain Hound 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.	Old English Sheepdog 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

Bouvier des Flandres vs Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Old English Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Bouvier des Flandres barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Bavarian Mountain Hound rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Old English Sheepdog barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Bouvier des Flandress, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Bavarian Mountain Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Old English Sheepdog is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bouvier des Flandres breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Bavarian Mountain Hound 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 Old English Sheepdog indoors.
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Bouvier des Flandres vs Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Old English Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which breed is most flexible?	Bouvier des Flandres dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Old English Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Bouvier des Flandres or Bavarian Mountain Hound or Old English Sheepdog?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Bavarian Mountain Hound 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.	Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Old English Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Bouvier des Flandres vs Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Old English Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bouvier des Flandres: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bavarian Mountain Hound: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Old English Sheepdog: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which handles climate changes best?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Old English Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which has fewer health issues?	The Bouvier des Flandres is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Bavarian Mountain Hounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Old English Sheepdog 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?	Average The Bouvier des Flandres should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Bavarian Mountain Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Old English Sheepdog 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: Bouvier des Flandres vs Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Old English Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bouvier des Flandres vs Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Old English Sheepdog health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Entropion Diabetes Heat Intolerance

Bouvier des Flandres vs Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Old English Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bouvier des Flandres's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Bavarian Mountain Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Old English Sheepdog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which needs most food?	3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
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Bouvier des Flandres vs Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Old English Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. What colors are available?	Black Gray Fawn Brindle Pepper Salt	Black Tan Red Brindle Biscuit masked fawn	Gray Blue White Grizzle Merle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Bavarian Mountain Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which drools least?	The Bouvier des Flandres is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bavarian Mountain Hound is an average drooler. See more.	The Old English Sheepdog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Bouvier des Flandres has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bavarian Mountain Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Old English Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Rough	Dense Thick	Waterproof Shaggy Double
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. 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 Bouvier des Flandres or Bavarian Mountain Hound or Old English Sheepdog? Bouvier des Flandres or Bavarian Mountain Hound or {name3 shedding:	Bouvier des Flandres dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
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Bouvier des Flandres vs Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Old English Sheepdog Good With Comparison

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

Bouvier des Flandres vs Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Old English Sheepdog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. 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 Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. 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 Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. 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 Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Bouvier des Flandres breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bavarian Mountain Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Old English Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which is best for draft work?	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.	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 Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. 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.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Old English Sheepdog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which has most puppies?	5-10 puppies	4-6 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. 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.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Old English Sheepdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Leash (scent) Hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Bouvier des Flandres, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and Old English Sheepdog. Which has most recognition?	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	Dog Registry of America Inc. United Kennel Club Irish Kennel Club	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

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