🐕 Chiens

Schipperke

Canis lupus familiaris

✨ Fait Amusant

Schipperkes were originally bred as watchdogs on Belgian canal barges and are known as 'little captains.'

Small, black Spitz-type dog with thick coat and no tail. Curious, energetic, and excellent watchdog.

🏷️ Race

Schipperke

💭 Tempérament

Curious, energetic, alert, loyal, independent

📏 Taille

Small (5-7 kg)

⏳ Espérance de vie

13-15 years

🎨 Couleurs

Black (most common), cream, gold, red, blue

🌍 Origine

Belgium, 17th century

🏠 Habitat

Domestic — adaptable; needs regular exercise

🍽️ Alimentation

Quality small-breed dog food; appropriate portions

✓ Groupe FCI

Group 9

✓ Section FCI

Companion and Toy Dogs

✓ Numéro FCI