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Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer Comparison – Which dog is better Flanders Cattle Dog or Riesenschnauzer?

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Name Bouvier des Flandres Giant Schnauzer
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Bouvier des Flandres and Giant Schnauzer. What other names are these breeds known by?
Flanders Cattle Dog
Vlaamse Koehond
Belgian Cattle Dog
Riesenschnauzer
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Bouvier des Flandres and a Giant Schnauzer. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Large Giant
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Bouvier des Flandres and a Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is heavier?
Males 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg), Female: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg) Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Males 92.5 pounds (42 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg) Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bouvier des Flandres or Giant Schnauzer? Is a Bouvier des Flandres taller than a Giant Schnauzer?
Male: 23-28 inches (58-71 cm), Female: 22-27 inches (56-69 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 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: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Bouvier des Flandres and a Giant Schnauzer. Which breed costs more?
$1500-$2000 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bouvier des Flandres or Giant Schnauzer?
Very frequent: The Bouvier des Flandres is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Smart: The Bouvier des Flandres dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare training requirements.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite easy to train.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare alertness levels.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare territorial behaviors.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Bouvier des Flandres and a Giant Schnauzer. How do their temperaments differ?
Protective
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Familiar
Rational
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer?
High: Bouvier des Flandres dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer social needs comparison:
Bouvier des Flandres dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer?
Bouvier des Flandres dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer? 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.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The Bouvier des Flandres barks occasionally.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare play drive and energy.
Average: Bouvier des Flandress, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare living space needs.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bouvier des Flandres breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare adaptability levels.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Bouvier des Flandres or Giant Schnauzer?
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 Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Bouvier des Flandres has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bouvier des Flandres bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare average lifespans.
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bouvier des Flandres: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare climate tolerances.
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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Bouvier des Flandres and a Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is healthier?
The Bouvier des Flandres is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer?
Average
The Bouvier des Flandres should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare activity levels.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bouvier des Flandres or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Bouvier des Flandres dogs have an average exercise need.
Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bouvier des Flandres or Giant Schnauzer?
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare obesity risks.
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bouvier des Flandres's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare daily food needs.
3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals

Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare allergy friendliness.
Yes See more. Yes See more.
Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Bouvier des Flandres and Giant Schnauzer? Compare breed colors.
Black
Gray
Fawn
Brindle
Pepper
Salt
Black
Pepper
Salt
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare maintenance needs.
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare drooling amounts.
The Bouvier des Flandres is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare natural smell levels.

Medium

The Bouvier des Flandres has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Bouvier des Flandres and a Giant Schnauzer? Compare fur types.
Rough Wiry
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare bathing frequencies.
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bouvier des Flandres or Giant Schnauzer? Do Bouvier des Flandres dogs shed more than Giant Schnauzer dogs?
Bouvier des Flandres dogs shed moderately.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare kid-friendliness.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are generally with other pets.
Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bouvier des Flandres or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog is more friendly?
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bouvier des Flandres or Giant Schnauzer?
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bouvier des Flandres or Giant Schnauzer? Can a Bouvier des Flandres and a Giant Schnauzer be friends? Do Bouvier des Flandres dogs get along with Giant Schnauzer dogs?
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer?
Yes
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Giant Schnauzer 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
Giant Schnauzer 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.
Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare service capabilities.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare therapy capabilities.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? 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 Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? 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 Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare maritime abilities.

Not really

Bouvier des Flandres breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Bouvier des Flandres or a Giant Schnauzer? Compare draft work capabilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Bouvier des Flandres and Giant Schnauzer. 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 Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Bouvier des Flandres and Giant Schnauzer. Which has larger litters?
5-10 puppies 5-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Bouvier des Flandres and Giant Schnauzer breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Bouvier des Flandres and Giant Schnauzer. Which needs longer recovery?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Bouvier des Flandres vs Giant Schnauzer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Bouvier des Flandres and Giant Schnauzer. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Bouvier des Flandres and Giant Schnauzer. 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Bouvier des Flandres and Giant Schnauzer. Which is more widely recognized?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
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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  • lending

    Apr 15, 2020, 1:19:40 AM:

    very inaccurate, do proper research on each breed before spewing nonsense like this.

  • Steven

    Jun 13, 2021, 5:46:37 PM:

    Agreed. Not in any way accurate.