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WORKING DOGS

Laekenois Belgian Sheepdog

HEIGHT 22–26in (56–66cm) HEIGHT 22–26in (56–66cm)
WEIGHT 55–65lb (25–29kg) WEIGHT 51–75lb (23–34kg)
LIFE SPAN Over 10 years LIFE SPAN Over 10 years

Of the four breeds of Belgian Shepherd Dog, this From 1893 black-coated Belgian Sheepdogs were selectively
wiry-coated variety was the first to be developed, bred at a kennel in the village of Groenendael, near Brussels.
Head carried
in the 1880s. The Laekenois is named after the high with alert This handsome variety is now extremely popular. Like
Château de Laeken, near Antwerp, and was once expression most herding dogs, the Belgian Sheepdog needs an Finely shaped
muzzle
much favored by the Belgian royal family. Rarely owner who understands the importance of early
seen, this delightful dog deserves to be more socializing and firm but kindly control.
widely appreciated.
Wiry coat Long, straight
coat
Area of darker
High-set, shading Slightly
erect ears Ruff of sloping rump
longer hair
around neck

Reddish
fawn Black
Long
Body powerful feathering
but not heavy on legs
Round feet

Belgian Malinois Belgian Tervuren

HEIGHT 22–26in (56–66cm) Gray HEIGHT 22–26in (56–66cm) Gray
WEIGHT 60–65lb (27–29kg) Red WEIGHT 40–65lb (18–29kg)
LIFE SPAN Over 10 years All colors have black overlay. LIFE SPAN Over 10 years All colors have black overlay.

Believed to have originated in Malines, in Belgium, the The most popular of the Belgian Shepherd Dogs worldwide,
Malinois is a short-haired variety of the Belgian Shepherd Dog. this variety was named after the village where it was developed
Like its fellow breeds, it is a natural guard dog. Although its by a local breeder. The Belgian Tervuren has strong protective
behavior may be unpredictable, with responsible instincts and is frequently used for guarding and police
training the Malinois socializes well and makes work. Its beautiful, black-tipped coat sheds regularly
a loyal companion. and needs plenty of grooming.
Short, straight coat Triangular ears, Strongly muscled back
with black tips mostly black
to the hairs
Fawn with
black overlay
Almond- Black ears
shaped, and mask
brown
eyes
Abundant
breeches on
Distinctive hindquarters
black mask
Fawn
Rich, long
coat

Darker tip
on bushy tail

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