Newfoundland Dog Breed
- Size
- Large
- Height
- Males – 24.5 to 27.5 inches at the withers, Females – 23.5 to 26.5 inches at the withers
- Weight
- Males – 80 to 100 pounds, Females – 65 to 85 pounds
- Coat
- Medium
- Color
- Fawn to black, salt and pepper, gray, brindle
- Energy
- High
- Activities
- Tracking, Herding, Police and Military Work, Search and Rescue, Carting, Agility, Obedience, Schutzhund, Conformation
The sturdy, rugged Bouvier des Flandres originally was bred to herd cattle near the Belgian town of Flanders. His name means “cowherd from Flanders,” but along with herding, the breed performed farm jobs such as drafting and guarding. With his calm, gentle temperament, this breed is a loving family companion The Bouvier needs frequent grooming to strip his rough, shaggy coat and plenty of exercise.
Did you know
The slow-maturing Bouvier des Flandres reaches adulthood at 2 to 3 years of age. During World War I, the Bouvier served as message carriers and cart dogs carrying wounded soldiers.