Agile
Curious
Fearless
Intelligent
Confident
Faithful
Independent

Calm
Companionable
Friendly
Cheerful
Devoted
Sociable

Belgium

England

sheepdog

field spaniel

1600s

1800s

Non Sporting (AKC:1904)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Sporting (AKC:1884)
Gun Dogs (UKC)

Brown

Hazel

Black

Brown

Black
Cream
Brown
Blue

Brown

Straight

Wavy

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 Sussex Spaniel can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Entropion
Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hip Dysplasia

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

Hip
Skeletal
X-Rays

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

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

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

Sussex Spaniels require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Schipperkes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Sussex Spaniels are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Sussex Spaniel dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

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 Sussex Spaniel, it's at least 8 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 Sussex Spaniels usually need at least 60 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.

The Sussex Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Schipperke should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Sussex Spaniel should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
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 35-45 pound (16 - 20 kg) Sussex Spaniel 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 Sussex Spaniel is somewhere $2.50 - $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 Sussex Spaniel is between $74 - $84. This makes an average of $888 - $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.

Sussex Spaniel 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Sussex Spaniels are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Sussex Spaniels make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

Schipperkes are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Sussex Spaniels are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Sussex Spaniels 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.

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