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 Aussie-Flat is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Familiar
Intelligent
Protective
Gentle
Loyal
Rational

Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Devoted
Good-natured
Optimistic

Choose a Bouvier des Flandres if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Aussie-Flats are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Belgium

United States

sheepdog, mastiff, beauceron, griffon

Flat Coated Retriever, Australian Shepherd

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1600s

Unknown

While the Bouvier des Flandres breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Aussie-Flats typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Bouvier des Flandress' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Aussie-Flats thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Aussie-Flat has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Bouvier des Flandress sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Aussie-Flats are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Bouvier des Flandress bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Aussie-Flat dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Walk, Everything

Fetch, Walk, Snuggle, Wrestling, Snuggles, Walks, Hide & Seek, Frisbee, Swimming, Train, Dog Parks, Play, Tug-of-war

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

The Aussie-Flat requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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.

Aussie-Flats can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Bouvier des Flandress are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Aussie-Flats are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Aussie-Flats are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Aussie-Flats are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

The Aussie-Flat is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.