Behaviour

Bouviers have a stellar reputation for being very devoted family pets. They love their owners very much and do all they can to make them happy. Because of their unwavering devotion to their families and homes, they are naturally quite protective.

The Bouvier's heritage as a guard dog for property and cattle is the source of its protective temperament. Their natural protective instincts are admirable, but they must be socialized properly to avoid becoming violent watchdogs.

Bouviers have a great deal of brainpower and pick up new information rapidly. Mental challenges are enjoyable for them, and they do well with positive reinforcement training techniques. Their intellect and will to please make them great at many different kinds of training.

Although Bouviers might come off as intimidating at times, they are really rather flexible companions. They are kind and loving with their family and, if being introduced correctly, may be amiable with strangers. But their protective instincts could make them shy around new people.

To keep them from becoming bored and agitated, Bouviers need to be exercised often. Walking, playing, and training them all help keep them physically active and reduce the likelihood of behavioral problems caused by hyperactivity.

Bouviers need extensive and early socialization. Make sure they grow up to be confident and well-adjusted individuals by exposing them to different people, pets, places, and things. Appropriate socialization aids in the prevention of aggressiveness and dread in novel contexts.

Bouviers are very dedicated workers because of their long experience in the field. Being assigned work makes them happy, and they really shine when given responsibility. They may find the cerebral stimulation and purpose they require via activities like as obedience training, agility exercises, or even therapeutic treatment.