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Belgian Shepherd Dog
AdvancedBelgium's versatile sheepdog with four coat varieties. Watchful, vigorous and an outstanding guardian.
Difficulty
Advanced
Temperature
10〜24℃
Lifespan
12-14 years
Size
Height 58-62cm / Weight 20-30kg
Diet
High-quality large-breed dog food. Feed twice daily according to activity.
About
The Belgian Shepherd Dog was formally established between 1891 and 1897 under the guidance of Professor A. Reul of the Cureghem veterinary school, who unified Belgium's varied farm shepherds, with type and temperament fixed by about 1910. It comes in four coat varieties: Groenendael, Tervueren, Malinois and Laekenois. Square-built, elegant and powerful, it is a watchful, vigorous herder and outstanding guardian widely used as a protection and service dog, demanding substantial exercise and training.
Basic Info
Origin
Belgium
Lifespan
12-14 years
Size
Height 58-62cm / Weight 20-30kg
Temperature
10〜24℃
Diet
High-quality large-breed dog food. Feed twice daily according to activity.
Care Guide
Temperament
Watchful, active and full of vigor. Devotedly protects its master; neither timid nor vicious.
Exercise
Ideally 90+ min daily. Training and work for mental stimulation are essential.
Coat Care
Coat differs by variety. Brush 2-3 times weekly as a guide.
References & Sources
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Primary sources
Taxonomy & Authority
Authority databases: JKC 犬種紹介
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
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