Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català)
VS
Schipperke
Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català) vs Schipperke
Compare Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català) and Schipperke side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català)
Schipperke
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 55 cm
25 – 33 cm
Weight
19 – 22 kg
3 – 9 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
5/5
Grooming needs
1/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
4/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català)
Great with kids
Low grooming
Medium
Schipperke
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català)
Medium-sized herding dog from Catalonia with a rustic, shaggy double coat and expressive eyes. Loyal and people-focused, often bonding closely with one person. Intelligent, observant and naturally guarding, it needs daily exercise, mental work and regular but simple grooming.
About Schipperke
Schipperkes are small, sturdy Belgian dogs with a square build and thick black double coat forming a ruff and “culottes.” Alert, intelligent, and independent, they’re loyal watchdogs, energetic companions needing daily mental and physical exercise, and generally robust with proper health care.
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