Belgian Shepherd Laekenois history, characteristics of the breed, price, breed information, description, personality, common diseases and care.

 

Belgian Shepherd Laekenois

History

Belgian Shepherds in the modern world are divided into four breeds - raspberry, Tervuren, Grunendal, and, of course, the lackey. However, such a division appeared only in the late 19th, early 20th centuries. This is due, firstly, to the work of faculty member A. Ryul from the Kuregem Veterinary Medical School and a group of dog breeders to search for herding dogs in different regions of Belgium, and secondly, to the holding of the first dog exhibitions.

Laekenois comes from the district of the identical name, wherever Laekenois Castle is additionally settled. currently, it's tough to mention whether or not the castle got its name from the name of the district, or contrariwise, however it's the breed Ofcanua is taken into account the oldest of the Belgian sheepdogs. Moreover, there's an associate degree opinion that these pets were bred within the castle itself and their history is inextricably coupled with it, although, on the opposite hand, several believe that dogs already lived within the space with the locals and touched oxen even before the castle was designed.

Despite the fact that the lacquer has hard hair, sometimes in the mother of purebred dogs of this breed are born smooth-haired puppies. This is because until the 20th century all four breeds were mixed together. Many clubs and organizations register such puppies as purebred lacquer; in case it is possible to trace the pedigree in detail.

Characteristics of the breed

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Breed information

country	Belgium
lifetime	10-12 years old
height	Males: 60-66 cm Bitches: 56-62 cm
weight	Males: 28-35 kg Suki: 28-35 kg
Longwool	Average
Color	black with red tans, yellowish-brown, red

Description

These square measure giant dogs, with sports physique and standing triangular ears. On the muzzle there are small mustaches, the chest is expressed, the limbs are medium, the tail is medium, the hair is stiff, medium length, the coating on the body is uneven.

 

Personality

Laekenois are very devoted dogs who like to be close to their owner and feel a close bond. On the other hand, this breed has independence and knows how to make its own decisions, it is embedded in the genes. After all, the dog shepherd can often be at a considerable distance from the owner, and when faced with danger, when it is necessary to protect the herd, the dog must make its own decisions.

In addition, the Laekenois also guarded hanging for drying underwear in mountainous areas, which also does not imply the presence of a host nearby. Therefore, in education, you need a firm hand and self-confidence, because a soft, indecisive person who does not know how to put himself in the role of leader, will not achieve success.

On the contrary, the dog can try to take the position of a leader in the family on its own, and try to manage it as a herd. By the way, the qualities of management can be especially evident with children, as if the footman feels responsible for them as for their sheep, which must be shepherded and driven into the room in the evening when it is time to go to bed.

At the same time, the pet sincerely loves each of the family members, shows them huge affection and openness. Laekenois are very intelligent and observant dogs capable of realizing their own territory. They can perform guard functions, although, in general, strangers are treated normally and without aggression. Children are loved, both as friends and as wards, love to play with them and just spend time.

Have a high level of energy, need a variety of exercise. It can be as different types of training, as an element of training, and active games, walks, joint running classes in the morning. Here the choice is yours, but the dog should receive at least an hour of exercise or active walks a day, and better - 2 hours. The breed of Laekenois - hardworking by nature, and idleness badly affects it.

 

Common diseases

The dog breed of Laekenois may be prone to some diseases. They include:

• hip dysplasia;
• epilepsy;
• bloating and twisting;
• cataracts;
• epilepsy;
• Thyroid disease;
• progressive retinal atrophy;
• Pannus;
• cancer (quite common among all types of Belgian sheepdogs).