Dog Breed

Belgian Laekenois

Herding Dog • From Belgium

Life Span

10-14 years

Weight

20.00 - 30.00 kg

Height

56.00 - 66.00 cm

Temperament

Intelligent, alert, protective, loyal, energetic, ...

About the Belgian Laekenois

The Belgian Laekenois is one of four varieties of Belgian Shepherd dogs, distinguished by its rough, wiry, and tousled fawn coat. It is a medium-sized, square-proportioned herding dog known for its intelligence, alertness, and protective instincts. Developed in Belgium, it is the rarest of the four varieties and was traditionally used for guarding linen fields as well as herding livestock.

Breed Characteristics

Weight Range

20.00 - 30.00 kg

Height Range

56.00 - 66.00 cm

Average Life Span

10-14 years

Origin

Belgium

Breed Traits & Ratings

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Adaptability
3/5
❤️
Affection level
4/5
👶
Child friendly
3/5
🐕
Dog friendly
3/5
Energy level
5/5
✂️
Grooming
3/5
🛡️
Health issues
3/5
💡
Intelligence
5/5
🧼
Shedding level
3/5
👥
Social needs
5/5
🤝
Stranger friendly
2/5
🗣️
Vocalisation
4/5

Additional Information

Bred For

Herding livestock and guarding linen fields

Temperament

Intelligent, alert, protective, loyal, energetic, reserved with strangers