| Bouvier des Ardennes has a “beard” and “eyebrows”. This dog is naturally tailless, has short, prick ears, and a keen eye. |
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10-12½ inches |
| Weight: |
55-65 pounds |
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Any color except white. Usually found in brindled or peppered variety. |
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Medium length, coarse, wiry hair. |
| Description: |
Bouvier des Ardennes is a rare dog breed. In the past, all dogs that worked with cattle were called Bouvier (bovine herder). Each region throughout the European area had it’s own type of Bouvier. From ancient rough-coated stock, these dogs were prized guardians and drovers. The Bouvier’s were almost eliminated after the bloody fighting of World War 1, and many of the types were lost altogether. The breeds that are now a memory include Bouvier de Roulers, Bouvier de Moerman, and Bouvier de Paret. Still remaining are the Bouvier de Ardennes and Bouvier des Flandres. Both France and Belgium have claimed the dog of Flandres, and the French Kennel Club has actually dubbed it “Franco-Belgian”. |
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