Bouvier des Ardennes

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Breed Information
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Name	Bouvier des Ardennes
Other names	Ardennes Cattle Dog
Origin	Belgium
Breed Group	Herding
Size	Medium to Large
Type	Purebred
Life span	12-14 years
Temperament	Adaptable Curious Obstinate Playful
Height	Male: 22–25 inches (55–63 cm) Female: 20–22 inches (51–57 cm)
Weight	Male: 62–77 pounds (28–35 kg) Female: 49–62 pounds (22–28 kg)
Colors	Black Dark Fawn Grey
Litter Size	4-6 puppies
Puppy Prices	Average $1500 - $3000 USD The Bouvier des Ardennes is a rare breed originally used to herd cattle. Ardennes Cattle Dogs are still a somewhat rare breed in the United States, this can make it both difficult and expensive to find a puppy to buy. In buying a legit Breeder you can expect to pay $1500 – $3000 to Bouvier des Ardennes puppies.

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Bouvier des Ardennes Names
Rank	Boy Names	Girl Names
01	Buddy	Daisy
02	Max	Bella
03	Cooper	Lola
04	Jack	Piper
05	Toby	Abbie
06	Harley	Coco
07	Duke	Lilly
08	Oliver	Zoe
09	Teddy	Ruby
10	Buster	Maddie
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Overview
The Bouvier des Ardennes is a medium-sized, very hardy dog of rugged appearance. It is short and thick set, with bone that is heavier than its overall size might suggest. It is compact and well-muscled, with a harsh, tousled coat and a rather forbidding appearance. The breed should be judged in a natural stance, without stacking by the handler. Extremely adaptable, the Bouvier des Ardennes is at ease in any situation. It is playful and curious, yet very obstinate and determined when defending its family, possessions or territory.
History
In the past, all the dogs that worked with cattle were called Bouvier (bovine herder). Each region throughout the area had its own type. From ancient rough-coated stock, these dogs were prized guardians and drovers. As the motorized age arrived, the need for driving cattle to the market was gone and so was the call that helped with the drives. The Bouviers were almost eliminated after the bloody fighting of World War I. Many of the rarer types were lost altogether. The breeds that are a memory include: Bouvier de Roulers, Bouvier de Moerman, and Bouvier de Paret. Still remaining are the Bouvier de Ardennes and Bouvier des Flandres.

Overview

The Bouvier des Ardennes is a medium-sized, very hardy dog of rugged appearance. It is short and thick set, with bone that is heavier than its overall size might suggest. It is compact and well-muscled, with a harsh, tousled coat and a rather forbidding appearance. The breed should be judged in a natural stance, without stacking by the handler.

Extremely adaptable, the Bouvier des Ardennes is at ease in any situation. It is playful and curious, yet very obstinate and determined when defending its family, possessions or territory.

History

In the past, all the dogs that worked with cattle were called Bouvier (bovine herder). Each region throughout the area had its own type. From ancient rough-coated stock, these dogs were prized guardians and drovers. As the motorized age arrived, the need for driving cattle to the market was gone and so was the call that helped with the drives. The Bouviers were almost eliminated after the bloody fighting of World War I. Many of the rarer types were lost altogether. The breeds that are a memory include: Bouvier de Roulers, Bouvier de Moerman, and Bouvier de Paret. Still remaining are the Bouvier de Ardennes and Bouvier des Flandres.

References

[1] ^ YouTube: Bouvier des Ardennes Dog Breed - Facts and Information

Bouvier des Ardennes

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