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Herdinglarge🌍 Belgiumguard flocks and fields; protect person and property
Belgian Shepherd Laekenois
Watchful, intelligent, devoted, wary of strangers
Popularity
541
Rough-coated Belgian herder; vigilant guardian with strong drive and loyalty.
Lifespan
10–14 years
Coat
rough, dry, tousled double coat of about 6 cm with muzzle furnishings
Colors
fawn, mahogany with black overlay
Male height
24–26 in
Female height
22–24 in
Male weight
60–70 lb
Female weight
50–60 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
4
Trainability
4
Playfulness
3
Protectiveness
4
Prey drive
3
Barking
3
Household fit
Kid friendly
3
Apartment friendly
1
Novice owner friendly
1
Good with other dogs
3
Good with strangers
3
Care & environment
Shedding
3
Grooming
3
Drooling
1
Coat length
3
Exercise needs
5
Heat tolerance
3
Cold tolerance
4
