Agile
Curious
Fearless
Intelligent
Confident
Faithful
Independent

Active
Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Aggressive
Fearless
Good-natured
Opinionated

Schipperkes are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Foxingeses as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Belgium

United States

sheepdog

Fox Terrier and Pekingese

1600s

1990s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Cream
Brown
Blue

Brown
Black
Cream
Red
White
Pied

Schipperkes have medium-length coats.

Foxingeses have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wiry

A Schipperke can have a litter of 13-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Foxingese can have a litter of 3-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

While the Schipperke breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Foxingeses typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation

Entropion
Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Entropion
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Blood Tests

Schipperkes thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Foxingeses are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Schipperke has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Foxingese has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Schipperkes need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Foxingeses need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Schipperkes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Foxingeses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Schipperkes are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Foxingeses bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Schipperkes are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Foxingeses are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Schipperke, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Foxingese, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Schipperkes usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Foxingeses usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Schipperke has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Foxingeses require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Schipperke feed 0.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 9-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Foxingese feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Schipperke is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Foxingese is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Schipperke is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Foxingese is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $1008 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Schipperke is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Foxingese has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Foxingeses have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Schipperkes can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Foxingese is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Schipperkes are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Foxingeses have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Schipperkes are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Foxingeses are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Schipperkes are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Foxingeses are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Schipperkes are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Foxingeses have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Schipperkes are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Foxingeses are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.