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 Schipper-Poo 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
Curious
Independent
Agile
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Trainable
Fearless
Faithful
Instinctual

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

Schipper-Poos 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.

Schipper-Poos aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

sheepdog, mastiff, beauceron, griffon

Poodle, Schipperke

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
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Brindle

Black
Gray

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

Schipper-Poos have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wiry

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 Schipper-Poo can have a litter of 3-7 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

Sebaceous Adenitis
Eye Problems
Addison's Disease
Mitral Valve Disease

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Bloat
Megaesophagus
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Laryngeal Paralysis

Entropion
Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Corneal Dystrophy

Eye
Hip
Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Throat
Endoscopy

Eye
Hip
Blood
Heart
X-Rays
Full Physical Examination

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

Schipper-Poos are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Schipper-Poo has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Schipper-Poos need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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.

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

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.

Schipper-Poos 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 Schipper-Poo, 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 Schipper-Poos usually need at least 45 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.

Schipper-Poos 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, Schipper-Poo should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
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 26-40 pound (12 - 18 kg) Schipper-Poo feed 1.7 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 Schipper-Poo is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 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 a Schipper-Poo is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 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.

The Schipper-Poo is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Schipper-Poos are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Schipper-Poos 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.

Schipper-Poos 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.

Schipper-Poos 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.

Schipper-Poos are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.