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Belgian Shepherd Laekenois

Belgian Shepherd Laekenois

A Rare Belgian Sheepdog with a Variety of Talents

The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is the rarest of all four Belgian Sheepdog breeds, and it can be described as an obedient and bright dog. It is known for being observant and determined, with exceptional territorial instincts and strong protective features. Before getting such a dog ...Read More...
Belgian Shorthaired Pointer

Belgian Shorthaired Pointer

A Very Rare Breed Related to the French Baroque Period

According to various experts in the domain, the Belgian Shorthaired Pointer has been developed from the German Poodle and other mixed breeds. It is considered that, at the moment, the breed is extinct and one of the reasons for this is because it wasn’t officially registered by any association. ...Read More...
Belgian Shepherd Malinois

Belgian Shepherd Malinois

A Bright Dog with Strong Territorial and Protective Skills

The Belgian Shepherd Malinois is one of the four Belgian Sheepdogs and it is considered to be an obedient and bright dog. It has strong protective and territorial skills, but it needs to socialize from an early age not only because of this, but because there is the risk of becoming too sensitive and shy. If you decide to buy or adopt such a dog, you should get in touch with someone who is experienced with this breed. ...Read More...
Belgian Shepherd Tervuren

Belgian Shepherd Tervuren

A Loyal and Determined Dog Known for Its Cleverness

Part of the Belgian Sheepdogs family, the Belgian Shepherd Tervuren is a highly energic, but obedient dog. It is one of the brightest dogs in the world and needs a confident owner who is able to have natural authority over the dog. ...Read More...
The Basset Fauve de Bretagne

The Basset Fauve de Bretagne

This Dog Can Track down Anything

Basset Fauve de Bretagne, by its English name Fawn Brittany Basset or the Fawn Hound of Brittany, is a French dog breed with a well developed sense of smell. This remarkable hound has been a great companion for French huntsmen for many centuries due to its fine nose, resistance to cold and wet, and fearlessness. ...Read More...
Belgian Shepherd Groenendael

Belgian Shepherd Groenendael

The Obedient and Lovable Companion for the Entire Family

The Belgian Shepherd Groenendael is a particular breed of dog which is recognized by most kennel clubs (especially the major ones). Americans often refer to this breed as the Belgian Sheepdog. This breed of dogs is well-known for being hard working and for having a distinctive black coat. ...Read More...
The Belgian Griffons

The Belgian Griffons

Your Perfect Animal Companions to Snuggle With

The Belgian Griffons are a type of toy dogs, named after their country of origin: Belgium. They were first used as guard dogs for cabs in Brussels but, in the early 20th century, the breed gained popularity in Belgium and thus was more and more demanded by nobility. ...Read More...
The Bedouin Shepherd Dog

The Bedouin Shepherd Dog

An Independent Companion and a Skilled Survivor

The Bedouin Shepherd Dog is native to the Saharan Desert and Arabian Peninsulas and is believed to be one of the oldest breeds that ever existed. It was the ancient dog of the Saharan Bedouins, accompanying them on their caravans and protecting them and their herds. Therefore it has become an excellent guard dog and it can survive harsh climatic conditions. This breed has evolved without too much help from humans; in time, in exchange for their protection, these dogs ...Read More...
The Belgian Mastiff

The Belgian Mastiff

Your Powerful and Protective Friend

It is said that the original Belgian Mastiff no longer exists, but some experts say there might still be some traces of this breed. And there are also breeders who try to recreate this type of dog from specific standards. These dogs were first used to pull carts for people who could not afford to buy themselves a mule. The breed was also used by the Belgian army to help them carry their equipment and also for guard work, search and rescue operations or tracking. ...Read More...
The Bedouin Shepherd Dog

The Bedouin Shepherd Dog

An Independent Companion and a Skilled Survivor

The Bedouin Shepherd Dog is native to the Saharan Desert and Arabian Peninsulas and is believed to be one of the oldest breeds that ever existed. It was the ancient dog of the Saharan Bedouins, accompanying them on their caravans and protecting them and their herds. Therefore it has become an excellent guard dog and it can survive harsh climatic conditions. This breed has evolved without ...Read More...