Facts about the Belgian Laekenois dog

  • The Laekenois (or Belgian Shepherd Dog) is sometimes classified as a variety of the Belgian Shepherd Dog rather than as a separate breed.
  • The Belgian Shepherd Dog is not fully recognized in the USA.
  • The Laekenois breed is renowded for their loyalty and intelligence.
  • The Laekenois dog is usually quite reserved with strangers
  • The Belgian Shepherd is a medium-sized, square-proportioned dog.
  • The Belgian Laekenois originated as a sheep herding dog at the Royal Castle of Laeken.
  • The Laekenois is considered both the most rare and the oldest of the Belgian Shepherd Dogs.
  • The Laekenois breed can participate in obedience and dog agility trials. 
  • Original purpose: herding
  • Weight : Male 29-34 kg (65-75 lb), Female 25-30 kg (55-65 lb)
  • Size: Male 61-66 cm (24-26 inches) Female 56-61 cm. (22-24 inches)
  • Life Expectancy: Around 12-14 years
  • Litter Size : Average 8-10 puppies
  • Coat: rough, coarse, tousled look
  • Ears: triangular, stiff, erect
  • Tail: strong base
  • Nose: black
  • The Belgian Laekenois is a good guard dog, and it will protect family members as well as property.
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