Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Devoted
Good-natured
Optimistic

Companionable
Devoted
Loyal
Courageous
Outright
Tempered
Vigilant

Aussie-Flats are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Dogue de Bordeaux 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.

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Aussie-Flats are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Dogue de Bordeauxs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Aussie-Flats typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

The Dogue de Bordeaux breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Aussie-Flats thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Dogue de Bordeauxs are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Aussie-Flat has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Dogue de Bordeaux has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Aussie-Flats need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Dogue de Bordeauxs need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Aussie-Flats are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Dogue de Bordeauxs are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Fetch, Walk, Snuggle, Wrestling, Snuggles, Walks, Hide & Seek, Frisbee, Swimming, Train, Dog Parks, Play, Tug-of-war

Eating Snacks, Walking, Sleeping

The Aussie-Flat requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Dogue de Bordeaux has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Aussie-Flat is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Dogue de Bordeaux has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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.

Aussie-Flats can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Aussie-Flats make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Dogue de Bordeauxs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Aussie-Flats are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Dogue de Bordeauxs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Aussie-Flats are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

Dogue de Bordeauxs are not known for being a highly playful breed.

The Aussie-Flat is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Dogue de Bordeauxs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.