Still interested?

The following information has been assembled to help you decide whether the Bouvier des Flandres is the right breed for you. It includes history and characteristics of the breed, the negatives of the Bouv, and the cost factor.

If, after reading that, you are convinced that the Bouvier is right for you, you may continue on to learn how to find a breeder, questions to ask, what to look for when you visit a kennel, and some Bouvier resources and contacts.

Finally, please take the time to read about the benefits of finding your new dog through the American Bouvier Rescue League. There are innumerable advantages to opening your home and your heart to an adult dog whose owner, for a variety of reasons, can no longer keep their pet. We hope that you will give this option serious consideration.