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Bouvier des Ardennes
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
Winter
Summer
Healthiness
Protective
Life Span
| Overview: | The Bouvier des Ardennes was developed in the 1700s to work with shepherds. This working dog does best in a home with room to run. |
| Breed Group: | Herding |
| Weight (lbs): | 45-50 |
| Height (in): | 24 |
| Colors: | All colors permitted. |
| Coat: | Rough, mussed, about 2" long. Undercoat is very thick. |
| Character: | The Bouvier des Ardennes is strong, alert and loyal. |
| Temperament: | The Bouvier des Ardennes will get along with children and other dogs, when they are raised together. This breed is aloof with strangers. |
| Care: | The coat needs to be brushed regularly and bathed as needed. |
| Training: | The Bouvier des Ardennes is very obedient and responds well to consistent training. |
| Activity: | This breed needs room to run in a large, fenced in yard. They love walks and playing with the family. |
| Country of Origin: | Belgium |
| Life Expectancy: | 10-14 |