Belgian Laekenois
Also called Belgian Shepherd Laekenois, Chien de Berger Belge and Laeken
- Needs space
- Needs lots of exercise
The Belgian Laekenois is a strong and agile breed with a wiry, rough coat. They have a powerful, muscular frame and a large, rectangular head with medium-sized eyes. The Belgian Laekenois is an intelligent and alert breed with an independent and lively nature. They are a loyal and devoted companion for families and are known for their protective nature and courage.
- Weight
- 55–64 lb (25–29 kg)
- Height at the shoulder
- 22–26 in (56–66 cm)
- Life span
- 10–12 years
- Exercise
- About 90 minutes a day
- Coat
- Medium, Wire
- Origin
- Laeken, near Brussels, Belgium (late 19th century)
Traits
Family and friends
- Children: OK with children
- Other dogs: OK with other dogs
- Strangers: Reserved with strangers
Home and activity
- Energy: Very energetic
- Apartment living: Needs space
- Barking: Barks sometimes
- Training: Easy to train
Care
- Grooming: Regular brushing
- Shedding: Sheds a little
- Drooling: Hardly drools
Temperament
Alert
Independent
Intelligent
Loyal
Protective
Watchful
Coat colours
Black overlay/mask, fawn, mahogany, reddish fawn and white patches on chest and toes allowed
Males and females
| Measure | Males | Females |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 55–64 lb (25–29 kg) | 55–64 lb (25–29 kg) |
| Height | 24–26 in (61–66 cm) | 22–24 in (56–61 cm) |
Recognized by
American Kennel Club (AKC), Canadian Kennel Club (CKC), Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) and United Kennel Club (UKC)
Caring for a Belgian Laekenois
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Sources
- Official Standard of the Belgian Laekenois (opens in a new tab)
- Meet the Newest AKC-Recognized Breed: Belgian Laekenois (opens in a new tab)
- Belgian Laekenois - Complete Breed Guide (opens in a new tab)
- Belgian Laekenois Dog Breed Information & Characteristics (opens in a new tab)
- Belgian Laekenois Facts - Wisdom Panel (opens in a new tab)
Breed details from The Dog API (opens in a new tab).