English Toy Terrier
VS
Schipperke
English Toy Terrier vs Schipperke
Compare English Toy 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
English Toy Terrier
Schipperke
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
25 – 33 cm
Weight
2 – 4 kg
3 – 9 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 13 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
2/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
5/5
Grooming needs
2/5
2/5
Shedding
2/5
4/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
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Characteristics
English Toy Terrier
Low grooming
Easy to train
Tiny
Schipperke
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About English Toy Terrier
Small, elegant black-and-tan toy terrier with a fine but athletic build and low‑maintenance short coat. Loyal and people-focused, often bonding closely with one person. Lively, intelligent and sensitive, needs daily exercise, mental stimulation and protection from temperature extremes.
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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