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The Schipperke goes by other names such as Spitzke, Spits, Spitske. This fearless and devoted dog breed is always willing to protects and guard its family from any potential danger.
Small sized and easy maintenance is what makes these dogs so attractive but their intelligence and curiosity are one of the several disadvantages of owning the Schipperke. Continue to watch this video to get a complete list of dog breed traits and facts about the Schipperke, to see if this is the perfect dog for you
In the 1880’s Schipperkes became a recognized breed, originating from Belgium. The Schipperkes were believed to be descendants of the Belgian Sheepdog. Unlike its predecessor who was created to be a herding dog, the Schipperkes was developed to be a small watch guard, and was often seen guarding boats that plied the canals between Brussels and Antwerp.
Little shepherd or Little captain may be the english translation of the word Schipperke, and either definition would do as they both describe the heritage of this breed.
Queen Marie Henriette made this dog popular after she saw one at a Brussel dog show in 1885. The popularity of the Schipperkes skyrocketed which eventually led to its importation into the United States in 1888.
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I've just felt in love with this breed.They are so cute.
Beautiful dog. I wonder if my dog Lucky was part Schipperke as many people would suggest at dog parks. She looked very similar but had a white stripe on chest.
Schipperkes are not limited to black. They can also be tan, cream and chocolate. Sadly I have heard that schipperkes in the United States which are not born black can be killed by their breeders as a perceived fault.
I so much love this breed❤my schip just 1,5 year old and he makes me crazy(in the right way)😅
I miss my schipperke! 😢
So cute 🥰
I've had several dog breeds and I highly recommend this one. Our Schipperke was amazing. Never ran out of gas. Definitely an explorer. We had a 100ft rockery that was heavily planted. We came home one day and the entire thing was dug up and tunneled. Hahahaha. My parents were shocked and I laughed so hard I cried. Fearless & most loyal dog ever. Never had any problems and almost no vet bills. They shed, but nothing crazy if you brush them. Very social and smart. Great dogs for people that are active. One more thing, they are pretty fast for long distances so don't think catching them to go home at the dog park will be easy.
My skip is 11 now and absolutely hates water since he was a pup 😂
Sorry, but you're pronouncing it incorrectly. But you're probably just an AI voice anyway. I've had 2 of these dogs during the past 40 years. They both lived close to 18 years each. 2 things I learned were: They need to be the only dog in your house, and Schipperkes are the most remarkable dog I've ever owned, and at age 61, I've never not owned, or I should say been blessed by having, a dog in my life. High maintenance, yes. Worth it, yes. Favorite breed ever.
I had 2 & I have 1 now My Sofia, Josephine & Lindzee, All the same personality & didn't like little kids. Sofia has champion bloodline. If you try to stick your hand in the window of the car, she will eat your fingers. Fireworks or thunder does not bother her. She's a good girl. It's Moist & meety & table scraps.
Thank you for a good quality informative and honest video!
I found my schipperke boy named Pepper in the pound when he was 5. Now 13 he has always been obedient and sweet. A quiet boy compared to my barky corgi boy named Simon. At 13 Pepper has little energy compared to when he was young partially due to arthritis. He's just a sweet boy. He graze eats and isn't overweight at all.
I have had 3 Schips and this is mostly all true for my schips except for the high rate of shedding. It was noticeable with 2 but now that I only have one the shedding is minimal. Other than that everything else is true. Mine barked a little until I told them that it was ok and they eventually stopped barking at every little thing. My Pomeranian barked nonstop no matter what was going on and didn’t stop until she was ready to stop so I had a comparison. I can also resound that two walks a day is absolutely necessary to keep a skipper key from becoming bored and barking. Measuring the food is a must. I also weigh my dog once a month to make sure I’m on track.
Hey, My dog died yesterday and I've been thinking of getting a Schipperke to fill my void, to love on so I'm not alone is this a good idea?
I call them rat hunters because they were breed to hunt vermin on docks and boats.
I just adopted a dog and no one can figure out what kind of dog he is. He's definitely part Chihuahua, but the other parts are a mystery. A groomer told me about these dogs and after looking at pictures of a schipperchi I am almost convinced that he could be that breed. My dog's name means captain 😊 How fitting!
Great info video but the breed name is pronounced “Skip-er-key”. The “sch” is pronounced like the sound of school=skool NOT shool 😊
Guys, calm down. If the voice is pronouncing it wrong then it's probably AI. Artificial intelligence…Pretty common thing in most videos these days.
he looks cute
I prolly would have never gotten this breed of doggie, but I found her alone as a pup wandering the road. For the longest time I did not understand why she had a mind of her own and why she was so hard to train since I’ve never had a dog before, but I don’t think I could get another breed even if I wanted. Having rocket for this past year has taught me more patience and love than I thought I could even have. Now that we spend time together all the time she is my little captain she listens when I say no, protects me from anything bad like German Shepard running up to us, intelligent, sweet, and sees me as her only person. I couldn’t ask for anything more in a dog and I thank the lord he gave me a doggie that matches me in every way even if she is as frustrating as me 😂❤
They come in cream and brown in color as well.
My Schipperke ran off 2 German Shepherds. They got about 300 before they looked around and thought WTF was that, then turned and came after him. He escaped under a fence which slowed them down, lucky for him. I am about to get a new one, 2 actually, as I am too old for big dogs now and a Schip is the only small dog I will ever consider.
I met this type of breed today. She is an independent dog .
She looked like a baby bear
My first dog was a Schipperke, she was named Candy… IDK 🤷🏻♀️ why I named her that, I was just 11 years old. She Was THE BEST! Yes, sometimes very difficult; but overall THE BEST!!! I didn’t like the leash she didn’t like the leash so we had a mutual agreement that she would stay within 15 feet of me and would stop and sit when she got to the end of the sidewalk when we needed to cross the street. RIP My Sweet Wonderful Friend
They come in other colors other than black. I have a blonde. They just aren't recognized by the AKC
Two walks a day? If you aren't ready to walk at least 3 miles a day don't get a schipp!
Is it possible for a schipperke to have a tail? I don’t like dogs without tails. This could be the perfect dog for me…if it has a tail.
My blonde schipperke would argue that black is the only color their coat comes in point….
Имею пыпу четыре года)
Немного глупый, но очень смешной)
Enjoyed this! Had many small/ med size dogs, but adopted a 6 (or7) year old one. All I was looking for was an adult male. Well, I Love him! Really gets me out walking, and we "run" him in the house (treats with two people at each end of the house) Watch dog for sure, but so smart and attentive. He's super!
These are incredible dogs, my Donnie actually "smiled" and all passersby young & old were drawn to him. Did anyone else experience random bursts of energy ie: running rapidly in circles and jumping off top of stairs and flying….? Also he would eat until he'd burst, it was really hard to control his weight.
I disagree, donnie was the easiest pet i ever had, he was so low maintenance and a great car companion. The most demanding pet i ever had has been two pitbull pups. Oy vey!
I thought I was watching Groenendael puppies.
As an addendum to my comment below, wondering if anyone has any insight into this doggie. He is unlike any dog I have ever had in several ways so I'm wondering if it is just something with him from before I got him at 6 or 7 years old, or the breed. I've gotten to know him pretty well, and he loves his routine he has now with us. But he does not beg for treats ever, never follows one into the kitchen, and even though he eats his perfectly nice food (a mixture of senior kibble, dental kibble and canned "Blue 7 plus) he takes his time with it. Moves some of the large dental kibble to across the room…picks at it…walks away. Then, at some point one looks and he's eaten it all. Also, he has never gone into a dog bed at all, and is only comfortable sleeping overnight in his open door kennel. When we first got him he barked (watched?) throughout the night when in our bedroom. Sleeping by himself down in a room he spends most of his time in (us too) , seems to be the best for his overall sleeping. In the morning when we come down, he is so endearing. Not a peep, just outside for a walk, and then breakfast. So not one bark until after that routine. Thoughts?
Its Skip not Ship
This needs to be updated. DNA has proven they are not related to Belian Sheepdogs. Also, although the only AKC showable color is black, they do come in black and tan, blonde, chocolate, blue and lavender
Your piano music is unnecessary and way too loud. Please remake the video with no music so we can hear your information
Ich nahm einen geretteten Schipperke-Spitz-Mix auf. Schipperke hatte ich noch nie gehört, überlas es, ach ein Spitz-Mix. Mitnichten, mit Spitz hat er wenig zu tun außer daß er flüchtig betrachtet mit dem eingerollten Schweif ähnlich aussieht. Er hat absolut alle Eigenschaften von Schipperke. Unglaublich agil, bellfreudig, übertrieben mutig. Er läuft laut bellend auf alle riesigen Hunde zu, wirft sich mit seiner Schulter an deren Schulter bellt und brummt. Das soll heißen: Renn und spiel mit mir. Wir haben eine sehr große Auslaufzone und dort ist er sehr beliebt. Die größten Hündinnen sind seine Freundinnen. Wenn sie sich zu dritt über ihn hermachen und knuffen, er knufft zurück und knurrt immer dabei, klingt wirklich sehr gefährlich. Dann ergibt er sich, wirft sich auf den Rücken, die Hündinnen zu dritt über ihm, beknuffen ihn, dann springt er auf u weiter geht die wilde Jagd. Er ist beliebt weil er sehr agil alles aufmischt.
Er ist weiß und hat eine schwarze Gesichtsmaske und schwarze Ohren. Einen wunderschönen Ringelschweif, den er auch manchmal ausgestreckt hinlegt. Ein wunderschöner kleiner Hund.
Er hat viele anstrengende Eigenschaften. Man stelle sich mal vor, er markierte in der Auslaufzone zwei Frauerl von anderen Hunden. Ich war völlig entsetzt. Las nach: Eventuell ein Dominanzverhalten und Aufnahme in sein Revier. Das muß ich denen erzählen, es ist ein Kompliment, sie sind bepinkelt und wurden aufgenommen, lach …..
In my research, these beauties come in more than black. They also come in chocolate and cream. I had a baby girl named Wednesday since 2011, but now that she passed I’ve gotten 2 girls, Sundae and Butterscotch. Winnie and Sundae were/are black and Butters is cream. Sundae and Butters are sisters 2 years apart. ❤
That PIANO is highly AGGRAVATING.
please silence it….
My schipperke is 15 years old! And you’re so right about the barking— it is SHRILL. She’s finally cooling it on the barking, but that’s because she’s hard of hearing now. She’s still the most affectionate curious little dog. They really are the best pets.
My lil gal is 50%schipperke 50% toy Poodle. She is analyzing loyal.