According to Google when I checked on what kind this cute dog was, it turned out he was a Bouvier Des Flandres. I'm not very familiar with this breed and have never seen one since. I took this photo several years ago (another one from my archives).
He is an ideal companion to have for those with allergies. He does not shed all that hair! I wonder how he does in hot weather, especially as he has a double layer coat? I think he would have to go to the groomers and be given a buzz cut maybe.
The breed originates from the Flanders Region of northern Belgium and northern France, and was used to herd sheep and cattle and also pull carts. They are a very intelligent dog and are quick learners. They are also very gentle with other animals, and with people.
There is a very interesting website here with more information.
And one quote to leave you with.
"A dog wags its tail with its heart." by Michelle Meuniere.
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Hi Denise, I am familiar with the Bouvier des Flandres breed. 😊 It is a large French breed. I agree with you, it would be hard for this particular dog 🐕 to see with all that hair over his eyes. Thank 😊 you so much for sharing, dear friend 🧡
ReplyDeleteTime for a trim!
ReplyDeleteThis is a good photo. Dogs like that that have so much fur over their eyes just can't see very well. I think it is a shame not to trim it out of his eyes!
ReplyDeleteSuch a cutie!!! I love his looks. I'm surprised he's suitable for people with allergies. I would have expected the opposite.
ReplyDeleteI've never seen a dog like that. We had a Shih Tzu infact we've had two and their comes over the eyes.
ReplyDeleteHis thick coat is probably an adaptation to the northern climate where his breed originated, but I would think it must be a bu
ReplyDeleteburden in the hot, steamy summers of Virginia.
ReplyDeleteDebe de ser dificultoso andar, con el pelo tapando los ojos.
ReplyDeleteQue tengas un agradable día.
This Bouvier looks full of character, and your curiosity about him makes the story engaging. It’s easy to see why you’d remember this encounter so fondly.
ReplyDeleteI have never heard of that breed before. I've often wondered how dogs see through all that fur though
ReplyDeleteProfessional grooming every six to eight weeks is needed to keep those dogs comfortable. Grooming costs the price of a good hair appointment for a small dog, so goodness knows what it would cost for a large one like this.
ReplyDeleteHello, Denise
ReplyDeleteHe is a beautiful dog. I would not want to take care of the tangled hair. It is nice to have a dog that does not shed. Take care, enjoy your day and the week ahead.
Lovely photo.
ReplyDeleteIt's a cutie but I am unfamiliar with the breed also! :-D
ReplyDeleteI've known a couple of them, intensely loyal to their families, more cautious to outsiders. Nice dogs.
ReplyDeleteNo doubt, it is a delight to the family.
ReplyDeleteInteresting breed
ReplyDeleteHello! I love the quote you shared at the end! And I am not sure how that dog does see!!! He looks sweet. Have a cozy afternoon, my friend.
ReplyDeleteHa! That's great that it doesn't shed because that would require lots of vacuuming!
ReplyDeleteI've never seen a Bouvier (pronounced: boo-vee-ay) in person but I enjoy seeing them in dog shows on television. Yes, that coat....lots of care required but that's the price one pays for no shedding. We had Standard Poodles years ago....the same thing. Love, Andrea xoxo
ReplyDeleteI had heard of them and seen a sample photograph you'd get in a list of dog breeds, but this picture has so much more character! I didn't know they don't shed. I do wonder how some of these dogs with the hair over their eyes can see to get around.
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