Belgian Laekenois Temperament: Affectionate, Alert, Intelligent Height: 24-26 inches (male), 22-24 inches (female) Weight: 55-65 pounds Life Expectancy: 10-12 years Solid, nimble and loaded with life, the Belgian Laekenois (articulated "Lak-in-wah") is one of four local pooches of Belgium. Albeit comparative in body and disposition to the Malinois, Shepherd and Tervuren, the Laekenois contrasts in coat shading, surface and length, just as locale of birthplace. About the Dutch Shepherd The Dutch Shepherd was found as a normally happening shepherd's pooch living in rustic regions. It was created as a generally useful ranch hound, working initially as a homestead gatekeeper, drover, and domesticated animals hound. A notable canine fancier expounded on the Dutch Shepherd in 1910: "… looking to some extent like the wolf." obviously this isn't altogether evident, however it is another perspective that shows that the Dutch Sh...
