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Schipperke

schipperke dog
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schipperke dog
Schipperke
schipperke dog
Schipperke
schipperke dog
    height of a schipperke dog
group: non-sporting
/spitz/northern
height: 9-13"/
22.86-33.02 cm
types: weight: 6.5-18 lbs /
16.51-8.16 kg
colors: black, can become red when shedding
physical traits: agile, active
hair type: straight, abundant, slightly harsh to touch,
personality/
temperament:
curious, inquisitive, alert, self-confident, tireless, affectionate, attentive, feisty, eager to learn, reserved with strangers, protective of family
maintenance/
special needs:

needs affection, exercise, not good with other pets
nickname: 'the little captain'
origination: Belgium
bred for: guard canal boats, keep barges free from vermin and alerting crew of intruders, rat, rabbit, mole hunter
identifying traits: fluffy but squared off, fox-like face
ideal for: companion, housedog, hunting vermin, watchdog, city or country life, any climate
good with kids? yes
life expectancy: 12-13 yrs  
of interest: has no tail, pronounced 'skipper-key'
kennel clubs: akc, ankc, nzkc-(nonsporting dog group), ukc-(companion dog group), fci-(sheepdog group), saku, uk-(utility dog group), ckc, jkc
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schipperke dog

schipperke dog
 
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