Dutch Schapendoes
VS
Schipperke
Dutch Schapendoes vs Schipperke
Compare Dutch Schapendoes 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
Dutch Schapendoes
Schipperke
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
40 – 50 cm
25 – 33 cm
Weight
12 – 20 kg
3 – 9 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 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
4/5
5/5
Grooming needs
2/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
4/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Dutch Schapendoes
Great with kids
Low grooming
Medium
Schipperke
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About Dutch Schapendoes
The Dutch Schapendoes is a medium, shaggy-coated Dutch herding dog, lively and agile with a bouncy gait. Cheerful, people-oriented and playful, it suits active families. Intelligent but independent, it needs positive training, regular mental exercise and frequent 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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