St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres Comparison – Which dog is better Alpine Mastiff or Flanders Cattle Dog?

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Name	St. Bernard	Bouvier des Flandres
Origins	Switzerland Italy	Belgium
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	48	85
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Flanders Cattle Dog Vlaamse Koehond Belgian Cattle Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres? Is the St. Bernard bigger than the Bouvier des Flandres breed? Is a St. Bernard smaller than a Bouvier des Flandres?	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres? St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres weight comparison:	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	Males 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg), Female: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	Males 92.5 pounds (42 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres? Is a St. Bernard taller than a Bouvier des Flandres?	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	Male: 23-28 inches (58-71 cm), Female: 22-27 inches (56-69 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (64.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62.5 cm)

St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between St. Bernard and Bouvier des Flandres?	$1500-$1800	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres?	Very frequent: The St.	Very frequent: The Bouvier des Flandres is quite easy to get.

St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres smarter? Which is best? St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Bouvier des Flandres dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres trainability comparison. What's the difference between St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres?	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres?	St. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	St. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres? St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Protective Intelligent Loyal Gentle Familiar Rational
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres?	Sensitive: St. 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: St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres?	High: St. See more.	High: Bouvier des Flandres dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres social needs comparison:	St. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres?	St. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres playfulness comparison:	St. See more.	Average: Bouvier des Flandress, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres?	Low: The St. See more.	Average: The Bouvier des Flandres barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres?	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 St.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bouvier des Flandres breed.
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St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	St.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres?	St.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 St.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bouvier des Flandres bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a St. Bernard more dangerous than a Bouvier des Flandres?	Moderate ⏺ The St.	Low 🔽 The Bouvier des Flandres has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres mouthiness comparison:	St. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres health comparison. Which is the healthier: St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Bouvier des Flandres is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres?	Rare The St.	Average The Bouvier des Flandres should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres lifespan comparison. How long do St. Bernard and Bouvier des Flandres breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the St. Bernard and Bouvier des Flandres?	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bouvier des Flandres: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres?	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 Bouvier des Flandres can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres? St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres energy level comparison:	St.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	St.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres?	St.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres? Does the St. Bernard breed eat more than the Bouvier des Flandres breed?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bouvier des Flandres's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres coat comparison:	Dense Rough Smooth	Rough
Colors What are the original St. Bernard and Bouvier des Flandres color? St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres color comparison:	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Gray Fawn Brindle Pepper Salt
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres? St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres grooming comparison:	Average: The St. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres? Do St. Bernard dogs shed more than Bouvier des Flandres dogs?	St. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres?	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.
Hypoallergenic St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres?	High 🔼 The St.	Medium ⏺ The Bouvier des Flandres has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres?	The St. See more.	The Bouvier des Flandres is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	St.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres? Which dog is more friendly?	St.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres?	St.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres?	St.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres? Can a St. Bernard and a Bouvier des Flandres be friends? Do St. Bernard dogs get along with Bouvier des Flandres dogs?	St.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres?	No St.	Yes Bouvier des Flandres dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No St.	No Bouvier des Flandres is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	St.	Bouvier des Flandress are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: St. Bernard or Bouvier des Flandres? Which is better for autism?	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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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres?	Not really St. See more.	Not really Bouvier des Flandres breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.

St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can St. Bernard and Bouvier des Flandres have? St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres litter size comparison:	6-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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St. Bernard vs Bouvier des Flandres Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	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

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