Key facts about the Bouvier des Ardennes
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Life expectancy :
Between 11 and 13 years
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Temperament :
Playful, Intelligent
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Size :
Large
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Type of coat :
Long
FCI Group
FCI Group
Group 1 - Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)
Section
Section 2 : Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)
Physical characteristics of the Bouvier des Ardennes
Adult size
| Female dog |
Between 20 and 22 in
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| Male dog |
Between 22 and 24 in
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Weight
| Female dog |
Between 49 and 62 lb
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| Male dog |
Between 62 and 77 lb
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Temperament
Affectionate
Playful
Calm
Intelligent
Hunter
Fearful / wary of strangers
Independent
Behaviour of the Bouvier des Ardennes
Tolerates solitude
Easy to train / obedience
Barking
Tendency to run away
Destructive
Greedy / Gluttony
Guard dog
First dog
Lifestyle
Bouvier des Ardennes in a flat
Need for exercise / Sporty
Travelling / easy to transport
Compatibility
Bouvier des Ardennes and cats
Bouvier des Ardennes and dogs
Bouvier des Ardennes and children
Bouvier des Ardennes and the elderly
Health of the Bouvier des Ardennes
Strong / robust
Withstand heat
Withstand cold
Tendency to put on weight
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