The Bouvier Des Flandres Colors can vary depending on how and where the dog is bred. From fawn to black, passing through to salt and pepper and including grey and brindle, each color is fantastic and normal for the breed.
The Colors in which a Bouvier Des Flandres can be bred are based upon the original colours of their parents and ancestral line. Many people believe that the Bouvier Des Flandres breed looks best in black, whilst others prefer it in a shade of grey. These two Colors make up the most common coat Colors of Bouvier Des Flandres.
Many people who look into buying a Bouvier Des Flandres puppy regularly ask if a black coated puppy is available, as this is often reported as being the strongest colour and shows the pure breed of Bouvier Des Flandres.
Within a show ring, a solid black coat is not preferred, but it will be accepted. On the contrary, a lighter coat, such as a full blonde, will not be allowed in the show ring at all.
Throughout time it has been known that owners of a Bouvier Des Flandres have dyed their dog's coat to a lighter shade for show purposes. This is not something which is highly recommended, due to the Bouvier Des Flandres preferring to be their original coat color, regardless of which color that is.
