Dobermann
VS
Bouvier des Flandres
Dobermann vs Bouvier des Flandres
Compare Dobermann and Bouvier des Flandres side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Dobermann
Bouvier des Flandres
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
63 – 72 cm
59 – 68 cm
Weight
32 – 45 kg
27 – 40 kg
Life expectancy
9 – 12 years
7 – 10 years
Child friendly
2/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
5/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
2/5
2/5
Grooming needs
3/5
5/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
4/5
4/5
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Characteristics
Dobermann
High energy
Super smart
Protective
Easy to train
Large
Bouvier des Flandres
Super smart
Protective
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Dobermann
The Dobermann is a medium‑large, athletic German working dog with a short, sleek coat and rust markings. Highly intelligent, loyal and people‑oriented, it needs extensive daily exercise, training and close companionship. Naturally alert, its temperament depends heavily on breeding and socialisation.
About Bouvier des Flandres
Powerful, rugged herding dog from Flanders, medium‑large with a thick, tousled double coat and bearded face. Calm yet serious, strongly loyal and protective, it needs early socialization, confident positive training, regular mental challenges, and plenty of daily exercise.
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