Before You Adopt
Tips for finding the best cat or dog for you; plus: preparing for a puppy
Adopt a Belgian Sheepdog
Picture: Kent and Donna Dannen
Family:
livestock, herding
Area of origin:
Belgium
Original function:
stock herding
Average size of male:
Ht: 24-26, Wt: 60-65
Average size of female:
Ht: 22-24, Wt: 60-65
Other names:
Groenendael, chien de berger Belge
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Energy
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Exercise
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Affection
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Friendliness towards dogs
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Friendliness towards other pets
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Friendliness towards strangers
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Watchdog ability
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Protection ability
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Grooming
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Cold tolerance
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Heat tolerance
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Belgian Sheepdog Dog Temperament
Ever watchful and on the move, the Belgian Sheepdog glides in large circles. He is playful, alert, watchful and protective, a tough, independent and intense dog. He can be aloof with strangers and some can be domineering. This breed is intelligent and biddable, but independent. He is protective of his home and family.
Belgian Sheepdog Dog Care
The Belgian Sheepdog needs a good deal of exercise, either a good long jog or a long, strenuous play session. He needs room to move during the day and does best with access to a yard. His double coat needs brushing and combing twice weekly, more when shedding.
Belgian Sheepdog Dog Health
Major concerns: none
Minor concerns: epilepsy, skin allergies
Occasionally seen: CHD
Suggested tests: none
Life span: 10-12 years
Dogs Related to the Belgian Sheepdog
Australian Shepherd
Bearded Collie
Belgian Malinois
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Tervuren
Border Collie
Bouvier des Flandres
Briard
Canaan Dog
Collie
Shelters with Belgian Sheepdog Dogs
Some animal welfare organizations with Belgian Sheepdogs ready for adoption:
