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Name	Bouvier des Flandres	Great Dane	Portuguese Water Dog
Origins	Belgium	Germany	Portugal
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	85	14	54
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog breeds.	Flanders Cattle Dog Vlaamse Koehond Belgian Cattle Dog	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	Cao De Agua Portie Water Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bouvier des Flandres vs Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Giant	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog? Compare adult weight ranges.	Males 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg), Female: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Males 92.5 pounds (42 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bouvier des Flandres or Great Dane or Portuguese Water Dog? Bouvier des Flandres vs Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog height comparison:	Male: 23-28 inches (58-71 cm), Female: 22-27 inches (56-69 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 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: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)

Bouvier des Flandres vs Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1500-$2000	$800-$1200	$2500-$2800
Availability Which is easier to get, Bouvier des Flandres or Great Dane or Portuguese Water Dog?	Very frequent: The Bouvier des Flandres is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Bouvier des Flandres dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is easiest to train?	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most alert?	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most protective?	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Bouvier des Flandres vs Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog? Compare temperaments.	Protective Intelligent Loyal Gentle Familiar Rational	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Intelligent Docile Obedient Brave Impetuous Quarrelsome
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: Great Dane 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.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bouvier des Flandres vs Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog?	High: Bouvier des Flandres dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Portuguese Water Dog 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 Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog social needs comparison:	Bouvier des Flandres dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Great Dane 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.	Portuguese Water Dog 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 Flandres vs Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Bouvier des Flandres barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Bouvier des Flandress, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bouvier des Flandres breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.
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Bouvier des Flandres vs Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most flexible?	Bouvier des Flandres dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Portuguese Water Dog 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 Great Dane or Portuguese Water Dog?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Great Dane 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.	Portuguese Water Dog 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 Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Bouvier des Flandres has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. 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.	Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bouvier des Flandres bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Bouvier des Flandres vs Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bouvier des Flandres: 11 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. 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.	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 Portuguese Water Dog 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, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. 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.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	The Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Portuguese Water Dog 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 Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bouvier des Flandres vs Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Distichiasis Persistent Pupillary Membranes Addison's Disease Megaesophagus Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd) Abnormally Small Eyes GM-1 Storage Disease Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy Gastrointestinal Diseases Colitis Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis Lymphangiectasia

Bouvier des Flandres vs Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. 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.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which needs most food?	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	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Bouvier des Flandres vs Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. What colors are available?	Black Gray Fawn Brindle Pepper Salt	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Black White Brown
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which drools least?	The Bouvier des Flandres is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Great Dane 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 Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Bouvier des Flandres has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Rough	Dense	Curly
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Great Dane or Portuguese Water Dog? Bouvier des Flandres or Great Dane or {name3 shedding:	Bouvier des Flandres dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Bouvier des Flandres vs Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is best with kids?	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are 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.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bouvier des Flandres or Great Dane or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bouvier des Flandres or Great Dane or Portuguese Water Dog?	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bouvier des Flandres or Great Dane or Portuguese Water Dog?	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bouvier des Flandres vs Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Yes Bouvier des Flandres dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog 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 Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. 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, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. 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, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. 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, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. 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 Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. 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.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Bouvier des Flandres vs Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has most puppies?	5-10 puppies	10-15 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. 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, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. 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 Great Dane vs Portuguese Water Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Bouvier des Flandres, Great Dane, and Portuguese Water Dog. 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	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 Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The Kennel Club

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