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Belgian Sheepdog
Belgian Shepherd Dog (also know as the Belgian Sheepdog or Chien de Berger Belge) can refer to any of four breeds of dog: the Groenendael, the Laekenois, the Tervueren, or the Malinois. In some regions, these are considered four different varieties of a single breed; in other regions, they are considered a single breed. All are hard-working, intelligent dogs of the same general size and temperament. They differ in their coats and superficially in appearance.
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| Temperament: | This breed is a very obedient, watchful, smartdog with protective and territorial instincts. They need extensive socialization at an early age and training from an experienced master. They make excellent companions with their loyal, alert and loving nature. They are good with children if socialized well, but dominant towards other dogs. |
| Size: | Height: 24-26 inches
Weight: 65-75 lbs. |
| Living Conditions: | This breed is moderately active indoors and will do best with at least an average-sized yard. He prefers to be with people, though can sleep outdoors if necessary. |
| Origin | The Belgian Shepherd, known as the Groenendael worldwide, and names for his village in Belgium, is one of the four varieties of Belgian Sheepdogs. The Groenendael was developed bu Nicholas ROse, a breeder from Groenendael, Belgium who establised the first Belgium Sheepdog kennel with a pair of black sheepdogs, Petite and Picard d\'Uccle. This breed has been used in herding, as police and war dogs, in drug detection, search and rescue and as a family companion and guardian. |
| Health Issues: | This healthy breed has no major problems. Some minor problems are epilepsy, skin allergies, eye problems, excessive aggressiveness/shyness, and occassional hip and elbow dysplasia. It has a tendency to become overweight, so be careful not to overfeed. |
| Exercise | The Belgian Sheepdog is accustomed to an active outdoor lifestyle. It needs plenty of exercise to run around freely. |
| Grooming | The long, straight, heavy outer coat of this breed requires daily combing and brushing. They are seasonal shedders, with heavy shedding twice a year. Groom mats as neccessary. |
| Life Expectancy: | About 13-14 years |
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The Belgian Sheepdog is a muscular, solid and very agile dog. Their body is squarely proportional with trinagle ears and a long tapering muzzle. They have a full coat of fur and a dense undercoat. This breed needs to be around people and enjoys companionship. They need a lot of attention or will find ways to entertain themselves. They have a lot of energy and may instinctively display herding behaviors such as chasing and circling. They are a demanding breed that needs an owner who will know how to control him.
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