Familiar
Intelligent
Protective
Gentle
Loyal
Rational

Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Cheerful
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

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

Havachons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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.

Avoid Havachons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Belgium

​United States

sheepdog, mastiff, beauceron, griffon

Havanese, Bichon Frise

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1600s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Brindle

White
Cream
Gray
Black
Brown
Silver
Blue
Pied

Bouvier des Flandress have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Havachons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Curly

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.

A Havachon can have a litter of 1-9 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.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Heart Murmur

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Bloat
Megaesophagus
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Laryngeal Paralysis

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Bladder Stones and Infections

Eye
Hip
Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Throat
Endoscopy

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Electrocardiogram
Blood Work

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

Havachon has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Havachons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Walk, Everything

Snuggling, Walks, Doing tricks, Fooling around, Running around, Swim, Walk, Run, Sleep, Groom, Watching tv, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Hugging, Cuddling, Roadtrips, Cuddles, Chase, Hugs, Running, Naps, Napping, Playing, Taking walks, Walking, Fetch and chase

Bouvier des Flandress are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Havachons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

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 Havachon, it's at least 9 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 Havachons usually need at least 40 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.

Havachons require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
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 10-17 pound (5 - 8 kg) Havachon feed 1 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 a Havachon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 a Havachon is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

Bouvier des Flandres is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Havachons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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.

Havachons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Havachons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Havachons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Havachons are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Havachons 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.

Havachons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.