🐕 Dogs

Belgian Shepherd Dog

Canis lupus familiaris

✨ Fun Fact

Belgian Shepherds come in four coat varieties: Groenendael, Tervuren, Malinois, and Laekenois.

Medium to large working dog with strong herding instincts. Alert, responsive, and highly intelligent, they excel in police work and competitive sports.

🏷️ Breed

Belgian Shepherd Dog

💭 Temperament

Alert, responsive, intelligent, protective, energetic

📏 Size

Medium-Large (20-34 kg)

⏳ Lifespan

12-14 years

🎨 Colors

Black, fawn, grey sable

🌍 Origin

Belgium, late 1800s

🏠 Habitat

Domestic — needs extensive exercise and mental stimulation

🍽️ Diet

High-quality commercial dog food; lean proteins

✓ FCI Group

Group 1

✓ FCI Section

Sheepdogs

✓ FCI Number