Playful
Loving
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Familiar
Rational

Adaptable
Loyal
Reserved
Gentle
Primitive

United States

United States

Labrador Retriever and Bouvier des Flandres

Pariah Dog, Native American Dog

Unknown

1200s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Fawn
Brindle
Black
Gray
Brown

Black
Cream
Red
Sable
Fawn

Bouvadors have medium-length coats.

Carolina Dogs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Bouvador can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Carolina Dog can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Bouvadors are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Carolina Dogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Bouvador breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Carolina Dogs are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Hemolytic Anemia

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Ear Infections
Diabetes
Cushing's Disease
Food Allergies

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Complete Blood Count
Elimination Diet

OFA on hips and elbows
Complete Physical Examination

Bouvadors are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Carolina Dogs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bouvador, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Carolina Dog, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Bouvadors usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Carolina Dogs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Bouvador requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Carolina Dog has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Bouvador should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Carolina Dog should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-90 pound (25 - 41 kg) Bouvador feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 33-44 pound (15 - 20 kg) Carolina Dog feed 2.4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Bouvador is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Carolina Dog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Bouvador is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Carolina Dog is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Bouvadors can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Carolina Dog is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Bouvadors make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Carolina Dogs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Bouvadors are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Carolina Dogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Bouvadors are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Carolina Dogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Bouvadors are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Carolina Dogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Bouvadors are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Carolina Dogs are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Bouvadors are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Carolina Dogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.