Appearance
A naturally clean dog, Schipperkes will take care of their own grooming and need
minimal attention from their owners. They are a small dog, covered in abundant, harsh,
black fur. They have perky ears, and a short, thick body. They have a foxy expression.
The tail is docked or, when natural, creates a thick plume. They are quaint-bodied and
very adaptable to most environments.
Temperament
Schipperkes are alert, loyal, and curious. They are perky and attentive. Alert and
watchful, the Schipperke makes an excellent watchdog. They are courageous.
Schipperkes are wary with strangers and naturally have tendencies that alarm dogs
have. Schipperkes are affectionate with family and friends. They have great endurance,
and are highly adaptable to different environments.
History
There are several theories of the Schipperke's origins. Some say the Schipperke is only
about 200 years old and may have come from the Belgian Sheepdog. Others say they
could have existed since the mid-1500s, and that the Schipperke was the breed that
rescued William of Orange from an assasin in 1533 - 1584. Others say it was bred
down from the Leauvenaar, a large black sheepdog that can be traced back to 1690.
A naturally clean dog, Schipperkes will take care of their own grooming and need
minimal attention from their owners. They are a small dog, covered in abundant, harsh,
black fur. They have perky ears, and a short, thick body. They have a foxy expression.
The tail is docked or, when natural, creates a thick plume. They are quaint-bodied and
very adaptable to most environments.
Temperament
Schipperkes are alert, loyal, and curious. They are perky and attentive. Alert and
watchful, the Schipperke makes an excellent watchdog. They are courageous.
Schipperkes are wary with strangers and naturally have tendencies that alarm dogs
have. Schipperkes are affectionate with family and friends. They have great endurance,
and are highly adaptable to different environments.
History
There are several theories of the Schipperke's origins. Some say the Schipperke is only
about 200 years old and may have come from the Belgian Sheepdog. Others say they
could have existed since the mid-1500s, and that the Schipperke was the breed that
rescued William of Orange from an assasin in 1533 - 1584. Others say it was bred
down from the Leauvenaar, a large black sheepdog that can be traced back to 1690.
Some believe the name came from the job
that the Schipperkes did by guarding boats.
that the Schipperkes did by guarding boats.
Coat:
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9 - 13 inches
High
Low
16 - 18 Years
Abundant and dense
Medium
Belgium
Black, chocolate, sable, or cream
Medium - High
Alert, loyal, and curious
7 - 18 pounds
High
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