Familiar
Intelligent
Protective
Gentle
Loyal
Rational

Playful
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Vocal
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

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

Havatons 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.

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

Belgium

United States

sheepdog, mastiff, beauceron, griffon

Havanese, Coton de Tulear

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
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1600s

Unknown

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Brindle

Cream
Brown
White
Silver
Black
White

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

Havatons are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wavy

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 Havaton 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

Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Chondrodysplasia (Chd)
Heart Problems

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Bloat
Megaesophagus
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Laryngeal Paralysis

Bone And Joint Problems
Deafness

Eye
Hip
Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Throat
Endoscopy

X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Ophthalmic And Ear Exam
Full Physical Examination
Full Blood Work

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

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

Bouvier des Flandress need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Havatons require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Havatons have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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.

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

Walk, Everything

Chase, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Run, Dog Parks

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.

Havatons 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 Havaton, it's at least 6 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 Havatons 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.

Havatons 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.

Bouvier des Flandres should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Havaton should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
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 9-13 pound (4 - 6 kg) Havaton 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 Havaton is somewhere $1.40 - $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 Havaton is between $35 - $49. This makes an average of $420 - $588 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.

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

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.

Havatons 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.

Havatons 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.

Havatons 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.

Havatons 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.

Havatons 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.

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