Belgian Laekenois

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The Belgian Laekenois is a rare, rough-coated herding dog breed from Belgium, known for its wiry coat, intelligence, and versatility in work and sport.

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instanceOf dog breed
activityLevel high
alternativeName Chien de Berger Belge Laekenois NERFINISHED
belongsToBreedFamily Belgian Shepherd dogs NERFINISHED
coatLength medium
coatType rough
wiry
color fawn
fawn with black overlay
reddish fawn
countryOfOrigin Belgium NERFINISHED
earType erect
groupClassification herding group
pastoral group
lifeSpan 10–14 years
notableCharacteristic rough, tousled appearance
strong work drive
originatesFrom Laeken, Belgium NERFINISHED
originPeriod late 19th century
primaryRole herding dog
livestock guardian
rarity rare
recognizedAsSeparateBreedFrom other Belgian Shepherd varieties
recognizedBy American Kennel Club NERFINISHED
Fédération Cynologique Internationale NERFINISHED
United Kennel Club NERFINISHED
relatedTo Belgian Malinois NERFINISHED
Belgian Sheepdog NERFINISHED
Belgian Tervuren NERFINISHED
requires mental stimulation
regular exercise
size medium
suitableFor experienced dog owners
tailType natural
temperament alert
energetic
intelligent
loyal
protective
trainability high
usedFor agility
dog sports
guarding property
herding cattle
herding sheep
obedience
protection sports

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Belgian Malinois relatedBreed Belgian Laekenois