Interesting Facts about BELGIAN SHEEPDOGS ***

Facts about Belgian Sheepdogs

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Did you Know? List of Interesting Facts about Belgian Sheepdogs
Facts are statements which are held to be true and often contrasted with opinions and beliefs. Our unusual and interesting facts about Belgian Sheepdogs, trivia and information about pets, including some useful statistics will fascinate everyone from kids and children to adults

Interesting Facts about Belgian Sheepdogs are as follows:

Fact 1 - Description and Definition of Belgian Sheepdogs: This large, long-haired breed of dog is reared to herd and guard sheep.

Fact 2 - Origin of the breed: Belgian Sheepdogs originated in Belgium and was originally bred for guarding and herding sheep but worked as message carriers and ambulance dogs during WW1
Fact 3 - Size: The weight of Belgian Sheepdogs range from 50 - 65 pounds
Fact 4 - Size: The height ranges from 22 - 26 inches, up to the shoulder
Fact 5 - Alternative Names of Belgian Sheepdogs and Nicknames: Groenendael and Chien de Berger Belge
Fact 6 - Coat and colors of Belgian Sheepdogs: The coat is normally long, full and straight with a dense undercoat and comes in a range of colors including black or black with limited white
Fact 7 - Life of Belgian Sheepdogs: the life expectancy of this breed of dog is between 12 - 15 years
Fact 8 - The names of dog breeds are separated into different dog types which are referred to as Dog Groups. The name of the dog group for Belgian Sheepdogs is the Herding dog breed
Fact 9 - After the first year of life, dogs are considered to be adults - they equivalent to 16 human years!
Fact 10 - Choosing Belgian Sheepdogs as pets! The following considerations should be taken into account when choosing this particular breed of dog as a pet:
- How much it will cost to feed and train the dog?
- How much time will it take to groom the dog?
- How much time will it take to exercise the dog on a daily basis?
- Are Belgian Sheepdogs suitable for children?
- How much will it cost for vet bills, pet or dog health insurance, medication and vaccinations?
Fact 11 - Every breed of dog is susceptible to certain health problems and illnesses. Belgian Sheepdogs are prone to health problems and illnesses such as:
- - Hip dysplasia (abnormal development of hip joints)
- - Eye problems
- - Epilepsy
Fact 12 - Belgian Sheepdogs were registered by the AKC (American Kennel Club) in 1912
Fact 13 - Breeding Belgian Sheepdogs for appearance was only introduced in the 19th Century
Fact 14 - It is estimated that 85% of dogs visit a vet in a year
Fact 15 - The average cost of owning a medium sized dog, over a 10 year period, is estimated as over $13,000! This provides a good idea of how much it costs to raise Belgian Sheepdogs

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