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I was trying to cut my schipperkes hair and messed up so i shaved her from the neck down real close was that bad please email jemaind@hotmail.com
Short History of the Breed
Schipperkes originated in Belgium, and a lot of written history suggest that they were bred to guard the barges on the canals and that their name should mean "Little Skipper". Futher research has revealed that the name actually should mean "Little Shepherd" and that they originally was bred as an small allround dog to help at the farms because the Belgians were not allowed to keep bigger dogs by the Spanish ruler. Physical Description and Size
15-20 pounds is normal, although smaller sometimes happens. Females are small than males. They are all black with a foxy face and usually the tails are docked at birth.Temperament
These are big dogs in a small dogs' body. They are quick witted, very busy and sometimes described as "well rested two year olds. They are very curious and want to be wherever you are at all times. Sometimes willful and can be difficult to housebreak.Dog Care
(exercise, grooming, diet)These dogs require little grooming. They need exercise, but because of their small size can be a good apartment dog with regular walks.
