About the Belgian Shepherd Dog

The name Belgian Shepherd Dog is used to describe four distinct varieties – the long-haired Groenendael and Tervueren, the short-haired Malinois and the rough-haired Laekenois.

All four are well-balanced, medium-sized animals that blend elegance and power, with lean, strong muscles. They are hardy animals that are used to living outdoors and built to withstand the whims of Belgian weather.

translations.feature.breeds.aboutbreedstatement.dog

translations.feature.breeds.breedspecifics

translations.feature.breeds.country
Belgium
translations.feature.breeds.group
FCI Group 1
translations.feature.breeds.sizecategory
Medium
translations.feature.breeds.averagelifeexpectancy
10–12 translations.feature.breeds.years

Alert / Lively / Protective / Determined / Enthusiastic / Confident / Loving / Calm

translations.feature.breeds.keyfacts

  • Makes a great guard dog
  • Requires moderate grooming
  • Requires outdoor space