While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Bouvier des Flandress are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Alaskan Pit Bull is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Familiar
Intelligent
Protective
Gentle
Loyal
Rational

Playful
Stubborn
Dignified
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Strong
Willed
Aggressive

Bouvier des Flandress are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Alaskan Pit Bulls are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

sheepdog, mastiff, beauceron, griffon

American Pit Bull Terrier, Alaskan Malamute

1600s

Late 1800s

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Brindle

Black
Blue
Fawn
Red
White
Brown
Silver
Brindle
Sable

A Bouvier des Flandres can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Alaskan Pit Bull can have a litter of 4-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Bouvier des Flandress are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Alaskan Pit Bulls have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Chondrodysplasia (Chd)

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Bloat
Megaesophagus
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Laryngeal Paralysis

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Skin Problems
Diabetes

Eye
Hip
Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Throat
Endoscopy

Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Skin Biopsy
Orthopedic Exam
Ocular Exam

Bouvier des Flandres has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Alaskan Pit Bull has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Walk, Everything

Catch, Walk

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bouvier des Flandres, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Alaskan Pit Bull, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Bouvier des Flandress usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Alaskan Pit Bulls usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Bouvier des Flandress have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Alaskan Pit Bull has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 70-90 pound (32 - 41 kg) Bouvier des Flandres feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 65-80 pound (29 - 36 kg) Alaskan Pit Bull feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Bouvier des Flandres is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of an Alaskan Pit Bull is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Bouvier des Flandres is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Alaskan Pit Bull is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Bouvier des Flandres is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Alaskan Pit Bulls can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Bouvier des Flandress make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Alaskan Pit Bulls are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Bouvier des Flandress are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Alaskan Pit Bulls are not cat friendly.

Bouvier des Flandress are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Alaskan Pit Bulls are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Bouvier des Flandress have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Alaskan Pit Bulls are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Bouvier des Flandress are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Alaskan Pit Bulls are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.