Dandie Dinmont Terrier
VS
Schipperke
Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Schipperke
Compare Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Schipperke
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
20 – 28 cm
25 – 33 cm
Weight
8 – 11 kg
3 – 9 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 13 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
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
4/5
2/5
Shedding
2/5
4/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Great with kids
Small
Schipperke
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Small, long-backed terrier with a distinctive silky topknot, the Dandie Dinmont is calm and affectionate at home but brave and determined outdoors. Originally bred to hunt otters and badgers, it has a low-shedding, high-maintenance coat and is rare, making responsible breeding vital.
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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