Schipperke

Other name: LBD

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Life expectancy

The Schipperke has a life expectancy of between 13 and 15 years

Temperament

Size

Small

Adult size

Female Between 8 and 12 in
Male Between 8 and 12 in

Adult weight

Female Between 7 and 20 lb
Male Between 7 and 20 lb
Coat colour
Black
Type of coat
Long Hard
Eye colour
Brown
Good to know

The Schipperke is commonly nicknamed the ‘Little Black Devil’ due to its mischievous and lively nature - you have been warned!

More details about the Schipperke

Schipperke: Origins and history

The origins of the Schipperke go way back to the late seventeenth century, when documents speak of a dog who lived with the cobblers of the Saint-Géey district of Brussels. These shoemakers organized strange canine "exhibitions" where the subject was not so much the dog as the necklace made by craftsmen! According to legend, a shoddy cobbler who did badly at one of these necklace shows, expressed his disappointment by cutting off the tail of the winning dog. That dog was so prized that a trend started, and other owners began to cut the tail of their dogs. Fortunately, this practice is now prohibited.

FCI classification of the Schipperke

  • Group 1 - Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)

  • Section 1 : Sheepdogs

Training a Schipperke

The Schipperke is very receptive to education. It is eager to learn and please its masters. If well-trained and socialized, this dog can excel at obedience competitions.

Schipperke: Purchase price

We do not have enough data to set an average price, but you can expect to pay upwards of £400 for a well-bred puppy. Looking after a dog of this size typically costs between £50 to £80 a month, including food, medical/insurance, and incidental expenses.
 

Name ideas for a Schipperke

  • Iffy
  • Winter
  • Harley
  • Jimmy
  • Kim
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