Small Non-Sporting Group

Schipperke

Also called Little Black Devil, Little Captain and Spitzke

Great with kids
Apartment friendly
Barks a lot

The Schipperke is a small breed of dog from Belgium. These dogs are small in size, with a thick double coat of fur. They have a lively and energetic demeanor, with an instinct for hunting and tracking. They are highly intelligent and trainable, but require firm and consistent training to be obedient. They are loyal and devoted to their family, but can be stubborn and independent at times.

Weight: 11–15 lb (5–7 kg)
Height at the shoulder: 10–13 in (25–33 cm)
Life span: 12–16 years
Exercise: About 45 minutes a day
Coat: Medium, Double
Origin: Flanders, Belgium

Traits

Family and friends

Children: Good with children
Other dogs: OK with other dogs
Strangers: Reserved with strangers

Home and activity

Energy: Energetic
Apartment living: Good in an apartment
Barking: Barks often
Training: Fairly easy to train

Care

Grooming: Little grooming
Shedding: Sheds moderately
Drooling: Hardly drools

Temperament

Alert Curious Independent Loyal Mischievous Watchful

Coat colours

Black and cream/blonde

Males and females

Measure	Males	Females
Weight	11–15 lb (5–7 kg)	11–15 lb (5–7 kg)
Height	11–13 in (28–33 cm)	10–12 in (25–30 cm)

Recognized by

American Kennel Club (AKC), Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC), Canadian Kennel Club (CKC), Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), The Kennel Club (UK) (KC) and United Kennel Club (UKC)