Finding a Responsible Breeder:
These sites may not be Bouvier specific, but the idea is the same.

How do I find Good Puppy?
Written for the Bull Mastiff - but applies to just about any dog!

Is a Bouvier right for you?

Don't Buy a Bouvier if.....
The classic essay about Bouviers. A must read for anyone considering the breed!

Angel's Lair
"The world wild web residence of Jim Engel, the infamous Angel of Marengo" and the author of one of the definitive books on the Bouvier. An interesting collection of writings, opinions and musing about the Breed, the problems facing it and it's history. Not for the faint of heart - but neither is a Bouvier!

The AKC Standard

History & The French Standard

Health & Genetics:

Registries & Certifications:

OFA -
The most used certification and registry for many genetic problems. Search the data base (free) to verify a dogs certification! Most common OFA certification is Hips, with elbows being a close second. They offer certification for Heart and Thyroid, both issues that affect Bouviers. Also offered is certification or registration for a host of other issues that don't normally affect Bouviers

CERF-
The standard Registry for Eye evaluations.

Penn-Hip
Penn-hip is a different type of evaluation for the hips. It rates the elasticity of the joints as well as the overall appearance.

Informative sites:

Bouvier SAS research Project

Thyroid Testing in Dogs

Rescue:

Seattle Purebred Dog Rescue

Cascade Bouvier des Flandres Rescue

American Bouvier Rescue League

Southern California Bouvier Rescue

Northern California Bouvier Rescue

Cactus State Bouvier Club Rescue

British Columbia Bouvier Rescue

General Bouvier Information:

Jan Rifkinson's Bouvier des Flandres web site
This site is owned & maintained by a Bouvier lover. It is a valuable resource for information, breeders, events and anything Bouvier!

Len Gaska's Bouvier Site
Lots of links, Bouvier information, Rescue & Adoption Information & Mailing list links

Angel's Lair
"The world wild web residence of Jim Engel, the infamous Angel of Marengo" and the author of one of the definitive books on the Bouvier. An interesting overview of the Breed, the problems facing it and it's history.