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Schipperke

Schipperke

5.0
12 - 14 yearsLife Expectancy

Small, compact, tailless spitz-type dog with a distinctive fox-like face, thick double coat, and abundant ruff around the neck. Known as the 'little captain', this agile black dog has a confident demeanor and alert expression.

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Traits:
  • Good with Kids
  • Dog Friendly
  • Friendly Stranger
  • Easy to Train
  • Medium Energy
  • Low Drooling
  • Easy Grooming
  • Playful
  • Protective

Breed Statistics

  • Energy Level3/5
  • Trainability4/5
  • Playfulness4/5
  • Protectiveness5/5
  • Barking4/5
  • Drooling1/5
  • Good with Children3/5
  • Good with Other Dogs3/5
  • Good with Strangers3/5
  • Shedding3/5
  • Coat Length1/5
  • Grooming2/5

Physical Attributes

Height (Male)11 - 13 inches
Height (Female)11 - 13 inches
Weight (Male)10 - 16 lbs
Weight (Female)10 - 16 lbs

Breed History

Developed in the Flemish regions of Belgium as a canal barge watchdog and ratter. The name means 'little captain' and the breed served as an adept guardian and vermin hunter on Belgian waterways for centuries.