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| Country of Origin | 19th century Belgium | ||||
| Type of coat | short, straight, shedding, fawn colored, black-tipped hairs, black mask | ||||
| Grooming | brush as needed, regular bathing, nail trimming, ear cleaning | ||||
| Average height | 22-26 inches | ||||
| Average weight | 55-80 pounds | ||||
| Activity level | high | ||||
| Watchdog | yes, good potential | ||||
| Protection | yes, excellent | ||||
| Intelligence | high | ||||
| Trainability | Be persistent, patient, do not push, may need a firm hand | ||||
| Compatibility with children | usually good, may not tolerate children's friends, no roughhousing, no chase games | ||||
| Character | active, watchful, attentive, intelligent, territorial, outgoing, stubborn. | ||||
| Ideal home environment | house with a tall fenced yard (These dogs are extremely agile). | ||||
| Ideal owner | active, firm, patient leader with time to train, exercise, and socialize | ||||
| Suggestions: | early obedience training and socialization | ||||
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