TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Chapter One: The Bouvier de Flanders: 1
  • A History in Brief 1
  • The Earlier Life of the Bouvier 3
  • A Soldier of War and Beyond 5
  • Chapter Two: A Focus on The Modern Day Bouvier de Flanders 7
  • The Attractive Looking Bouvier 9
  • The Bouviers Personality 10
  • Chapter Three: The Versatile Bouvier 13
  • Rough and Tough Working Dogs 14
  • The Keen Senses and Sensibilities of the Bouvier de Flanders 16
  • The Modern Day Jobs of the Bouvier 17
  • Chapter Four: Health of the Bouvier de Flanders 19
  • Health Issues of The Bouvier de Flanders 21
  • Prevent Health Problems 25
  • Chapter Five: Maintenance of Bouvier des Flander Breed 27
  • To Leash or Not to Leash? – When to Keep the Leash Off 28
  • Training and Socialization 29
  • Exercise and Play 31
  • Grooming 33
  • Oral Care 35
  • Chapter Six: Nourishment and Sustenance 37
  • What to Feed Your Bouvier and How Often 39
  • Home Cooked Food 40
  • Types of Food Needed 41
  • Types of Food to Avoid 42
  • Fresh Water in Abundance 43
  • Chapter Seven: How to Acquire a Bouvier des Flandres 45
  • Finding a Reputable Breeder 47
  • Rule Out Shady Breeders – Ask Relevant Questions 48
  • When Adoption is An Option 50
  • Chapter Eight: Sundries and Equipment Your Bouvier Des Flanders Will Need 53
  • Chapter Nine: Bouvier des Flander Standard for Showing 59
  • Official Standard of the Bouvier des Flandres – American Kennel Club 60
  • Famous Bouvier des Flandres 70
  • Chapter Ten: Reminders and Summary 77
  • Glossary of Dog Terms 91
  • Photo Credits 99
  • References 101

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