Russkiy Toy
VS
Schipperke
Russkiy Toy vs Schipperke
Compare Russkiy Toy 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
Russkiy Toy
Schipperke
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
22 – 27 cm
25 – 33 cm
Weight
2 – 3 kg
3 – 9 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 12 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
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
3/5
2/5
Shedding
2/5
4/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Russkiy Toy
Tiny
Schipperke
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About Russkiy Toy
Tiny, elegant toy breed (1–3 kg, 20–28 cm) with smooth or long coat. Lively, athletic, and strongly attached to family, often choosing a favorite person. Alert and vocal, suited to gentle, consistent training and moderate exercise, but physically delicate and needs careful handling.
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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