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Schipperke Breed Profile
The Schipperke belongs to the AKC Non-Sporting Group and is a very alert and playful, small dog very adaptable to city or country living. Their high alertness makes them great watchdogs.They will not require much coat care, however they do shed. Schipperkes are curious as well as stubborn, and may not come when called. Keeping this breed on leash or in a fenced yard will keep them out of trouble or harm's way. They do train very easily. With early socialization and supervision, Schipperkes make an affectionate family pet.
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Schipperke Facts:
Grooming: The shedding coat of a
Schipperke needs minimal care.
Social Skills: This little dog
gets along fine with other dogs and household pets when socialized
early.
Personality: Very devoted,
playful, curious, and affectionate. Make good watchdogs. Will alert to
strangers.
Children: Very good with older,
respectful children. May be too high spirited for toddlers.
Housing: Very adaptable to
apartment/condo or country living. Ideal for families with fenced
yards.
Exercise: Medium to High.
Neighborhood walks and romps in the yard are fine.
Training: Intelligent. Trains
easily with positive reinforcement. Begin training early.
Health: Hip dysplasia and hip
sockets tend to slip, Legg-Perthes disease, hypothyroidism, and
epilepsy. More information on Schipperke
inherited health disorders.
History: The Schipperke
originated from Belgium. Some say the breed may have derived from the
Belgian Sheepdog from the mid 1500's. Others state it is a relatively
young breed of dog developed only 200 years ago. Schipperke was a
favorite dog own by Queen Marie Henrriette, wife of King Leopold II and
bcame popular in 1885. They were first called Spits or Spitske, then
named Schipperke in 1888. The AKC registered this breed in 1904.
Today's Schipperke is considered a popular companion dog, however, they
were once bred to be used as guard dogs, and hunters of vermin. The
name "Schipperke" is a term the Flemish of Belgium gave these little
dogs, meaning "Little Captain" or "Little Skipper" because they used to
guard the canal boats.
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