Dog · FCI Group 1: Sheepdogs & Cattle Dogs

Bouvier des Flandres

Large, 25–40 kg Lifespan 10–12 years
Bouvier des Flandres
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Friendly with kidsVery good
Other petsGood
Approach to strangersTerritorial
Energy levelVery high
Food habit & dietLarge-breed food, 2 meals a day. Use large-breed puppy food so joints grow at a steady pace.
Suitable climate · UAE noteModerate heat tolerance. Needs indoor AC through the UAE summer.
Heat tolerance 3/5
OriginBelgium
Average lifespan10–12 years
Origin & historyThe Bouvier des Flandres comes from Belgium. The FCI places it in Group 1 (Sheepdogs & Cattle Dogs): breeds bred to herd and drive livestock.
Grooming & careModerate: wiry coat needs hand-stripping or clipping a few times a year.

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