Bouvier Des Flandres

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Originally bred by the butchers, cattlemen and farmers of southwest Flanders and the northern hills of France as a cattle dog, the Bouvier Des Flandres is a powerfully built dog of rugged appearance.

Although his vocation remained primarily that of a cattle herder, he proved so versatile that he was utilised as a cart-puller, sheep-herder and general farmer's helper. During the First World War, he was also used as an ambulance and messenger dog. In modern times he is mainly a companion dog, although in Europe he is highly prized as a police, defence and army dog. The breed has also performed well as a tracking dog and guide dog for the blind.

The Bouvier's thick, coarse coat with its distinctive, rather unkempt appearance, is usually fawn or grey and is often brindled or shaded. Black is also permissible.

Noted for his intelligence, energy and audacity, the Bouvier Des Flandres makes an excellent guard and watchdog, being docile with those that he knows but distinctly suspicious of strangers. As family friend, guardian and protector he is unsurpassed, being loyal affectionate and totally devoted

The Bouvier Des Flandres thrives on an active lifestyle, and requires room to move plus plenty of exercise in order to keep him happy.

Ideal height: Dogs 62-68cm
Bitches 59-65 cm
Weight 27-40kg

For further information on this breed

and where to obtain a puppy contact:

Australian Capital Territory

ACT Canine Association Inc

Phone: (02) 6241 4404

Email: administrator@actca.asn.au

New South Wales

Royal New South Wales Canine Council Ltd

Phone: (02) 9834 3022 or 1300 728 022(NSW Only)

Email: k9council@rnswcc.org.au

Northern Territory

The North Australian Canine Association Inc.

Phone: (08) 8984 3570

Email: naca1@bigpond.com

Queensland

Canine Control Council (Queensland)

Phone: (07) 3252 2661

South Australia

South Australian Canine Association Inc

Phone: (08) 8349 4797

Email: info@saca.caninenet.com

Tasmania

Tasmanian Canine Association Inc

Phone: (03) 6272 9443

Email: tca@iprimus.com.au

Victoria

Victorian Canine Association

Phone: (03)9788 2500

Email: office@vca.org.au

Western Australia

Canine Association of Western Australia (Inc) 

Phone: (08) 9455 1188 

Email:k9@cawa.asn.au