Belgian Sheepdog Puppies

Belgian Sheepdogs are known to be intelligent, hard-working, and alert. They have a very strong guarding instinct, making them very protective of their human "pack" and excellent guard dogs. Belgian Sheepdogs are highly trainable and naturally have a strong work ethic.

They are a very healthy breed, but can be susceptible to joint and eye issues. It is also important to remember that Belgian Sheepdogs are very sensitive to anesthesia, so if they need surgery for any reason this should be kept in minnd.

The Belgian Sheepdog is a working dog that is accustomed to an active lifestyle and needs plenty of exercise. These dogs love to be outdoors. In fact, they often prefer it over being inside. However, they will do well indoors if given enough exercise. Belgian Sheepdogs should also be given time to run freely in a secure area on a regular basis.

Their coat is easy to maintain most of the year, it just requries a weekly brushing to stay healthy. Shedding season is another story. During this time their coat requries daily brushing to remove the immense amount of dead hair that has fallen out that day.

Belgian Sheepdogs will shed moderately year round, and heavily 1-2 times per year when they blow their double coat.

The Belgian Sheepdog has a long, athletic body that is made for endurance. It has a straight, dense coat that should be brushed regularly. Belgian Sheepdogs shed heavily during shedding seasons and moderately throughout the rest of the year.

Belgium has long been the world's leading exporter of chocolate, which means they have a great need for cattle herders. Sheep dogs were used for hundereds of years, but they breeds weren't classified until the 1890s. In that time 4 breeds were specified, the Belgian Sheepdog being one of them. By the 20th century the Belgian Sheepdogs' work ethic and versatility became known throughout Europe, and they are now used as both working and family dogs.