Is the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Perdiguero de Burgos better for families with children?

Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Perdiguero de Burgos are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.

Which sheds more, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Perdiguero de Burgos?

The Dogue de Bordeaux and Perdiguero de Burgos shed a similar amount (medium).

Which is easier to train, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Perdiguero de Burgos?

Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.

Is Dogue de Bordeaux or Perdiguero de Burgos bigger?

Dogue de Bordeaux and Perdiguero de Burgos are a similar size (Large).

Which barks more, Dogue de Bordeaux or Perdiguero de Burgos?

Both bark a similar amount (low).

Which is better for apartment living, Dogue de Bordeaux or Perdiguero de Burgos?

For apartment or apartment living, Dogue de Bordeaux has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.

Dogue de Bordeaux vs Perdiguero de Burgos: Which Is Calmer?

Dogue de Bordeaux vs Perdiguero de Burgos: full comparison

Trait	Dogue de Bordeaux	Perdiguero de Burgos
Size	Large	Large
Energy level	Low	High
Trainability	Medium	Medium
Friendliness	High	High
Good with children	High	High
Grooming needs	Very Low	Low
Shedding	Medium	Medium
Barking	Low	Low
Protectiveness	High	Medium
Adaptability	Medium	Medium
Typical lifespan	8 years	12 years
Hypoallergenic	No	No

Key differences at a glance

The Perdiguero de Burgos has noticeably higher energy than the Dogue de Bordeaux.

Size and living space

The Dogue de Bordeaux is a large dog that wants a roomier home and ideally a yard to move around in. By comparison, the Perdiguero de Burgos is a large dog that wants a roomier home and ideally a yard to move around in. Because they are a similar size, neither has a clear space advantage — both will suit the same kind of home.

Exercise and energy needs

The Dogue de Bordeaux needs a modest daily walk and some light play to stay happy. The Perdiguero de Burgos needs a good deal of daily exercise — long walks, running or vigorous play. If you have a busy schedule, the lower-energy of the two will be easier to keep satisfied; if you are active and want a dog to keep up, the higher-energy breed is the better match.

Grooming and shedding

The Dogue de Bordeaux takes almost no grooming, since the odd brush keeps it tidy and loses a fair amount of coat, especially seasonally. The Perdiguero de Burgos asks for a light brush once or twice a week and loses a fair amount of coat, especially seasonally. If low upkeep matters to you, factor this in — the difference adds up over a dog's lifetime.

Temperament, training and family life

The Dogue de Bordeaux picks things up at a fair pace with steady practice, speaks up only now and then and is very good with children and makes a dependable family dog. The Perdiguero de Burgos picks things up at a fair pace with steady practice, speaks up only now and then and is very good with children and makes a dependable family dog. On guarding instinct, Dogue de Bordeaux is naturally watchful and protective of its family and home, whereas Perdiguero de Burgos will alert you to visitors but is not an aggressive guardian.

Which is better for…

For apartment or apartment living, Dogue de Bordeaux has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.
For families with young children, Dogue de Bordeaux and Perdiguero de Burgos are an even match — either can work well.
For first-time dog owners, Perdiguero de Burgos has the edge, as it is easier to train and more forgiving of beginner mistakes.
For being left alone during the workday, Perdiguero de Burgos has the edge, coping better with independence and being quieter when unsupervised.
For allergy sufferers, Dogue de Bordeaux and Perdiguero de Burgos are an even match — either can work well.

Which should you choose?

Choose the Dogue de Bordeaux if you want a calmer, lower-energy companion, you want a more protective, watchful guardian, or you prefer lower grooming upkeep.

Choose the Perdiguero de Burgos if you want a longer-lived breed or you want a more energetic partner for sport and adventure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Perdiguero de Burgos better for families with children?: Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Perdiguero de Burgos are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.
Which sheds more, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Perdiguero de Burgos?: The Dogue de Bordeaux and Perdiguero de Burgos shed a similar amount (medium).
Which is easier to train, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Perdiguero de Burgos?: Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.
Is Dogue de Bordeaux or Perdiguero de Burgos bigger?: Dogue de Bordeaux and Perdiguero de Burgos are a similar size (Large).
Which barks more, Dogue de Bordeaux or Perdiguero de Burgos?: Both bark a similar amount (low).
Which is better for apartment living, Dogue de Bordeaux or Perdiguero de Burgos?: For apartment or apartment living, Dogue de Bordeaux has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.

Dogue de Bordeaux vs Perdiguero de Burgos