Schipperke
The Schipperke is an active and tireless breed. To be happy and mentally stable, they need to be taken on a daily, long walk or jog. They also enjoy play and getting a chance to run. This breed is very active indoors and will get a lot of its exercise running around your house. It will greatly enjoy running free off its lead in a safely fenced-in yard or a park. Low Maintenance: The Schipperke does not need expensive or excessive grooming. This breed is a moderate shedder, however. A brush that can reach the undercoat is the best. Regular weekly brushing is usually enough to keep the coat in good condition. There is no need for cutting or trimming and the ruff (hair around the neck) fluffs up naturally. The Schipperke is a small, cobby dog, square-proportioned, appearing to slope from shoulders to croup. This appearance is helped by its double coat, which forms a stand-out ruff, cape and culottes. The foxlike face is questioning and mischievous, even impudent. The trot is smooth and graceful. This is an agile, active dog developed as a watchdog and vermin hunter. The schipperke is a bold companion, even though it can be an independent and headstrong one. This little dynamo is happiest when busy, poking its nose into every cranny and ever on the lookout for adventure. It is reserved with strangers and an alert watchdog. It can make an amiable and pleasant house dog but needs daily exercise.
| Apartment Friendly: | 3 stars The Schipperke will do okay in an apartment if it is sufficiently exercised. They are very active indoors. These dogs are incredibly quick and it is a good idea to have a fenced yard. |
| Litter Size: | 3-7 puppies |
| Watchdog Ability: | 3 stars |
| Shedding Level: | 3 stars Moderate Shedding: Expect this dog to shed regularly. Be prepared to vacuum often. Brushing will reduce shedding as well as make the coat softer and cleaner. |
| Size: | Smallest |
| Temperament: | Agile Confident Curious Faithful Fearless Independent Intelligent |
| 05: | Toby |
| 07: | Buster |
| Puppy Prices: | Average $1200 - $2000 USD Now, who doesn't want a dog as fluffy and as affectionate as Schipperke? If you are wondering about the same thing while searching for a Schipperke puppy, then you must be prepared to pay around $2000. These dogs are quite rare and are therefore pretty hard to find, resulting in their high cost. |
| Intelligence: | 5 stars Ranking: #15 Full Ranking List |
| Life span: | 13-15 years |
| Weight: | 12-18 pounds (5.5-8 kg) |
| Barking Tendencies: | 1 stars Rare |
| Colors: | Apricot Black Black & Tan Blue Brown Cream |
| Dog Friendly: | 3 stars |
| Name: | Schipperke |
| 06: | Jake |
| 08: | Milo |
| Breed Group: | Non Sporting (AKC:1904) Companion Breeds (UKC) |
| Rank: | Boy Names |
| Trainability: | 4 stars Easy Training: Training must begin early as he is intelligent, curious and stubborn and doesn't like to come when he is called. |
| Type: | Purebred |
| 03: | Rocky |
| Adaptability: | 5 stars |
| Child Friendly: | 4 stars Good with Kids: This is a suitable dog breed for kids. It is also friendly toward other pets and shy toward strangers. |
| Grooming: | 2 stars More + Less - Low Maintenance: The Schipperke does not need expensive or excessive grooming. This breed is a moderate shedder, however. A brush that can reach the undercoat is the best. Regular weekly brushing is usually enough to keep the coat in good condition. There is no need for cutting or trimming and the ruff (hair around the neck) fluffs up naturally. |
| Height: | 10-13 inches (21-33 cm) |
| Other names: | Spitzke, Spits, Spitske |
| 01: | Charlie |
| 02: | Buddy |
| 10: | Teddy |
| Playfulness: | 5 stars |
| Stranger Friendly: | 2 stars |
| 09: | Leo |
| Cat Friendly: | 4 stars |
| Exercise Needs: | 5 stars More + Less - The Schipperke is an active and tireless breed. To be happy and mentally stable, they need to be taken on a daily, long walk or jog. They also enjoy play and getting a chance to run. This breed is very active indoors and will get a lot of its exercise running around your house. It will greatly enjoy running free off its lead in a safely fenced-in yard or a park. |
| Popularity: | 2022: #115 2021: #115 2020: #114 2019: #106 2018: #105 2017: #110 2016: #112 2015: #109 |
| 04: | Cooper |
| Health Issues: | 3 stars Hypoallergenic: No |
| Origin: | Belgium |