What is a shipperke?

1. What breeds make up a schipperke?
2. What is a schipperke mix?
3. How big will a schipperke get?
4. What does schipperke mean in English?
5. Where can I get a Schipperke?
6. How much is a Schipperke dog?
7. Do Schipperke dogs have tails?
8. How often can I bathe my Schipperke?
9. Where did the schipperke originate from?
10. How often do you feed a Schipperke?
11. Do Schipperke dogs like to swim?
12. Can you train a Schipperke?

What breeds make up a schipperke?

The Schipperke is believed to be descended from a black sheepdog called a Leauvenaar, the same breed credited with being the foundation dog for the Groenendael (the Belgian Sheepdog). While the Groenendael was developed to be a herding breed, the Schipperke was developed to be a small watchdog.

What is a schipperke mix?

The Schipperke Mix is a cross between the Schipperke and another dog breed. The best way to determine the temperament of a mixed breed is to look up all breeds in the cross and understand that you can get any combination of the characteristics found in either breed.

How big will a schipperke get?

Schipperkes (pronounced SKIP-per-key) are small dogs weighing 12 to 16 pounds (five to seven kilograms). A male schipperke is 11 to 13 inches in height at the shoulder; females are slightly smaller at 10 to 12 inches tall.

What does schipperke mean in English?

schipperke in British English

(ˈʃɪpəkɪ , ˈskɪp-) noun. a small Dutch breed of tailless dog with a foxy head, pricked ears, and usually a black coat. Word origin. C19: from Dutch, literally: little boatman (from its use as a guard dog on canal barges).

Where can I get a Schipperke?

If you're looking for a Schipperke, Adopt-a-Pet.com can help you find one near you.

How much is a Schipperke dog?

The average schipperke puppy costs around $700, but schipperkes from top-tier breeders can cost in the thousands.

Do Schipperke dogs have tails?

Schipperkes are generally born with a tail that is often docked within the first of 3-4 days after birth. ... The tail-less silhouette is a breed standard in conformation but showing a Schipperke with a tail is not a disqualification. More breeders are no longer docking tails because of potential health issues.

How often can I bathe my Schipperke?

This coat needs to be bathed as frequently as weekly up to no longer than every 4 weeks in order to keep this fearless and independent dog clean. The care and maintenance of the coat sets the foundation for obtaining healthy skin and coat.

Where did the schipperke originate from?

Bred in Flanders, the Dutch-speaking northern portion of Belgium, the Schipperke descended from the black sheepdog known as the Leauvenaar. The Belgian Sheepdog is also a descendant of this now extinct dog breed.

How often do you feed a Schipperke?

Diet and Nutrition

Feed your adult Schipperke measured meals twice a day (puppies should eat three or four small meals per day).

Do Schipperke dogs like to swim?

Also known as the “Little Black Devil”, the Schipperke is a very interesting breed. Not created to be a hunting dog, they still love to swim and enjoy being around water.

Can you train a Schipperke?

The Schipperke should be socialized well to prevent them from becoming wary and aloof with strangers. It is easy to train especially with the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques in training. Positive praises are the way to go when training them to learn obedience commands and fancy tricks.