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

Active
Curious
Independent
Agile
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Trainable
Fearless
Faithful
Instinctual

Bouvadors are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Schipper-Poos are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Labrador Retriever and Bouvier des Flandres

Poodle, Schipperke

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Fawn
Brindle
Black
Gray
Brown

Black
Gray

Bouvadors have medium-length coats.

Schipper-Poos have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wiry

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 Schipper-Poo can have a litter of 3-7 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.

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Hemolytic Anemia

Sebaceous Adenitis
Eye Problems
Addison's Disease
Mitral Valve Disease

Ear Infections
Diabetes
Cushing's Disease
Food Allergies

Entropion
Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Corneal Dystrophy

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Complete Blood Count
Elimination Diet

Eye
Hip
Blood
Heart
X-Rays
Full 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.

Schipper-Poos 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 Schipper-Poo, it's at least 8 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 Schipper-Poos usually need at least 45 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.

Schipper-Poos require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
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 26-40 pound (12 - 18 kg) Schipper-Poo feed 1.7 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 Schipper-Poo is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 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 Schipper-Poo is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 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 Schipper-Poo is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Schipper-Poos are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Schipper-Poos are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.