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Group: | Herding |
Size: | Large |
Life Span: | 12-14 years |
Height: | Male: 23-27 inches |
Female: 21-25 inches | |
Weight: | Male: 65-75 lbs |
Female: 60-70 lbs |
Belgian Sheepdog Facts
Coat : | Outer coat is dense, straight & harsh. Undercoat is soft & very dense |
Gait : | Smooth, free & tireless |
Color(s) : | Black or black with little white markings |
Living Area : | Average |
Hair Length: | Long |
Exercise Need : | Daily long walk & jog |
Recognized By : |
(CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (FCI) F�d�ration Cynologique Internationale (AKC) American Kennel Club (UKC) United Kennel Club (KCGB) Kennel Club of Great Britain (CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (ANKC) Australian National Kennel Council (NKC) National Kennel Club (NZKC) New Zealand Kennel Club (APRI) America Pet Registry, Inc. (ACR) American Canine Registry (DRA) Dog Registry of America |
Date of Origin : | 19th Century |
Place of Origin : | Belgium |
Todays Use : | Companion Dog, Guard Dog, Show Dog |
Originally Used : | Cattle Herding, Livestock Guardian |
Other Name : | Belgian Groenendael, Chien de Berger Belge |
Belgian Sheepdog Information
Belgian Sheepdog Description:As the name suggests, the origin of the Belgian Sheepdog lies in Belgium. Also called the Belgian Groenendael, the breed was named after a village in Belgium by the name “Groenendael”. The breed is one of the four Belgian Shepherd breeds, the other three being Belgian Malinois, Belgian Tervuren, Belgian Laekenois. The breed dates back to the starting of the 19th century, when it was bred by a group of fanciers under the leadership of a man named A. Reul. It was primarily used for herding and for drawing sledges in snowy terrain. The breed was first recognized by the AKC in 1912. |
Belgian Sheepdog Care & Grooming:The Belgian Sheepdog is an average shedder and sheds heavily during spring and fall. Its long and dense coat needs extensive grooming. The coat needs to be brushed 4-5 times a week and should be rubbed occasionally with a damp towel. The coat should also be trimmed regularly to prevent matting of the hair. It should be bathed only when necessary and must be dried properly after each bath. Its eyes and ears need to be cleaned regularly to avoid any infection. Its nail and, the hair around ears, eyes and paws should be trimmed regularly. |
Belgian Sheepdog Health Problems:The Belgian Sheepdog is prone to some health issues like hip Dysplasia, Ear and eye problems, Skin allergies, Obesity, Cancer, Epilepsy etc. |
Group: | Toy |
Size: | Small |
Life Span: | 10-12 years |
Height: | Male: 8-10 inches Female: 8-10 inches |
Weight: | Male:6-10 lbs Female: 6-10 lbs |
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