Shiba Inu has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Bouvier des Flandres has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Unfortunately, the Shiba Inu is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Bouvier des Flandress are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Alert
Confident
Fearless
Going
Charming
Faithful
Keen

Familiar
Intelligent
Protective
Gentle
Loyal
Rational

Shiba Inus are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Bouvier des Flandress are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Shiba Inus make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Choose a Bouvier des Flandres if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Japan

Belgium

Spitz

sheepdog, mastiff, beauceron, griffon

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Ancient Times

1600s

Non Sporting (AKC:1992)

Herding (AKC:1931 & UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Red
Cream

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Brindle

A Shiba Inu can have a litter of 12-15 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 Bouvier des Flandres can have a litter of 10-12 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.

Shiba Inus are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Bloat
Megaesophagus
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Laryngeal Paralysis

Hip
Knee
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Eye
Hip
Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Throat
Endoscopy

Shiba Inu dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Bouvier des Flandress bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Sniff, Walk, Run, Hunt, Eating Snacks, Nap, Short walks, Rest, Groom, Meeting people, Walking, Shake, Sniffing, Dog Parks, Catch treats, Play, Hike, Play keep away, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Socializing, Sniffin, Playing, Running, Eating, Digging, Say hello, Hide & Seek, Napping, Car rides

Walk, Everything

Shiba Inus 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.

Bouvier des Flandress 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Shiba Inu, it's at least 8 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 Bouvier des Flandres, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Shiba Inus 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.

In general most Bouvier des Flandress usually need at least 90 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 Shiba Inu has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Bouvier des Flandress have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-26 pound (9 - 12 kg) Shiba Inu feed 2 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 70-90 pound (32 - 41 kg) Bouvier des Flandres 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.

The average cost of a Shiba Inu is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Bouvier des Flandres is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Shiba Inu 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.

The average per month expenses of a Bouvier des Flandres is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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.

Shiba Inus are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Bouvier des Flandres is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Shiba Inus have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Shiba Inus make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Shiba Inus have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Shiba Inus are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Shiba Inus may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

Bouvier des Flandress are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.