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Compare Briard and Bouvier des Flandres. Which is better: Briard or Bouvier des Flandres or Bouvier des Ardennes?
Name | Briard | Bouvier des Flandres | Bouvier des Ardennes |
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Group | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Working Dogs | Working Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 127 | 85 | 298 |
Reviews | 2 | 2 | 0 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes breeds. |
Berger Briard Berger De Brie |
Flanders Cattle Dog Vlaamse Koehond Belgian Cattle Dog | Ardennes Cattle Dog |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed is the largest? | Large | Large | Large Medium |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare adult weight ranges. | 75 pounds (35 kg) | Males 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg), Female: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg) | Male: 62–77 pounds (28–35 kg), Female: 49–62 pounds (22–28 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 75 pounds (35 kg) | Males 92.5 pounds (42 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg) | Male: 62–77 pounds (28–35 kg), Female: 49–62 pounds (22–28 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Briard or Bouvier des Flandres or Bouvier des Ardennes? Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes height comparison: | Male: 24-27 inches (62-68 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-64 cm) | Male: 23-28 inches (58-71 cm), Female: 22-27 inches (56-69 cm) | Male: 22–25 inches (55–63 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–57 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (60 cm) | Male: 25.5 inches (64.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62.5 cm) | Male: 22–25 inches (55–63 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–57 cm) |
Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1000-$1200 | $1500-$2000 | $500-$600 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Briard or Bouvier des Flandres or Bouvier des Ardennes? | Frequent: The Briard is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The Bouvier des Flandres is quite easy to get. | Average: The Bouvier des Ardennes is a commonly available dog breed. |
Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed ranks highest? | Smart: The Briard dogs have great intelligence. | Smart: The Bouvier des Flandres dogs have great intelligence. | Smart: The Bouvier des Ardennes dogs have great intelligence. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which is easiest to train? | Briard dogs are easy to train. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite easy to train. | Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed is most alert? | Briard dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed is most protective? | Briard dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average defenders. |
Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare temperaments. |
Protective Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless Faithful |
Protective Intelligent Loyal Gentle Familiar Rational |
Curious Playful Adaptable Obstinate |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Bouvier des Ardennes dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes? | High: Briard dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Bouvier des Flandres dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average: Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. |
Social Needs
Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes social needs comparison: | Briard dogs are a social breed. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs need for social interaction is average. | Bouvier des Ardennes dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Briard dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | The wanderlust potential of the Bouvier des Ardennes is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Briard 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. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Bouvier des Ardennes dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The Briard barks occasionally. | Average: The Bouvier des Flandres barks occasionally. | Average: The Bouvier des Ardennes barks occasionally. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Briards, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Bouvier des Flandress, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Bouvier des Ardenness, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which adapts best to small spaces? | It is not recommended to keep the Briard breed in the home. | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bouvier des Flandres breed. | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bouvier des Ardennes breed. |
Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed is most flexible? | Briard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Bouvier des Ardennes dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Briard or Bouvier des Flandres or Bouvier des Ardennes? | Briard dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Briard has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Bouvier des Flandres has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Bouvier des Ardennes has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which uses mouth most during play? | Briard dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Bouvier des Ardennes dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Briard bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bouvier des Flandres bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bouvier des Ardennes bite force: Ordinary. |
Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed lives longest? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Briard: 11 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Bouvier des Flandres: 11 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Bouvier des Ardennes: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Briard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | 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. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which has fewer health issues? | The Briard is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Bouvier des Flandres is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Bouvier des Ardennes is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Briard should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Bouvier des Flandres should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Bouvier des Ardennes should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes health problems comparison: | No data available |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma | No data available |
Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed is most active? | Briard dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | 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. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Briard or Bouvier des Flandres or Bouvier des Ardennes? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Briard dogs need a lot of exercises. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs have an average exercise need. | Bouvier des Ardennes dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Briard or Bouvier des Flandres or Bouvier des Ardennes? | Briard dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Bouvier des Ardennes dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average: The Briard has an average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bouvier des Flandres's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bouvier des Ardennes's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which needs most food? | 4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. | 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. |
Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | Yes See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. What colors are available? |
Black Gray Tawny |
Black Gray Fawn Brindle Pepper Salt |
Black Fawn Grey |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which requires most maintenance? | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Advanced: The Bouvier des Ardennes requires a lot of grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which drools least? | The Briard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Bouvier des Flandres is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Bouvier des Ardennes is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Briard has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Bouvier des Flandres has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Bouvier des Ardennes has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Fine | Rough | Double |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Briard or Bouvier des Flandres or Bouvier des Ardennes? Briard or Bouvier des Flandres or {name3 shedding: | Briard dogs shed moderately. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs shed moderately. | Bouvier des Ardennes dogs shed above average. |
Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which is best with kids? | Briard dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Briard dogs are generally with other pets. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are generally with other pets. | Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Briard or Bouvier des Flandres or Bouvier des Ardennes? Which dog is more friendly? | Briard dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Briard or Bouvier des Flandres or Bouvier des Ardennes? | Briard dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Briard or Bouvier des Flandres or Bouvier des Ardennes? | Briard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes? |
Yes Briard dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Bouvier des Flandres dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Briard is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Bouvier des Flandres is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Bouvier des Ardennes is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Briards are usually recommended for elderly people. | Bouvier des Flandress are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Bouvier des Ardenness are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. 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 Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. 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 Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Briard breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Bouvier des Flandres breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Bouvier des Ardennes breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. 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. |
Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which has most puppies? | 8-10 puppies | 5-10 puppies | 4-6 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Briard vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Bouvier des Ardennes Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1928 as a Herding breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Herding breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section. | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Briard, Bouvier des Flandres, and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which has most recognition? | No data available |
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 | No data available |
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