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 Pomston 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
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Sociable
Aggressive
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted

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.

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

Belgium

United States

sheepdog, mastiff, beauceron, griffon

Pomeranian and Boston Terrier

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

Black
Brown
Fawn
White

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

Pomstons have medium-length coats.

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 Pomston can have a litter of 3-5 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
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Bloat
Megaesophagus
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Laryngeal Paralysis

Cataracts
Corneal Ulcer

Eye
Hip
Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Throat
Endoscopy

Knee
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

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

Pomstons are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Pomston 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.

Pomstons 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.

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

Walk, Everything

Go to Park, Walk, Play keep away, Tug-of-war, Nap, Fetch, High Five, Brushing, Shake, Eating Snacks, Dressing up, Cuddle, Boat ride, Hike, Training

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.

Pomstons 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 Pomston, it's at least 8 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 Pomstons usually need at least 25 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 Pomston has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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 7-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Pomston 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 Pomston 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 Pomston is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

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.

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

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

Pomstons 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.

Pomstons 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.

Pomstons 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.

Pomstons are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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