Belgian Shepherd Dog (Groenendael)
| Belgian Shepherd Dog (Groenendael) | ||
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| Alternative names | ||
| Belgian Sheepdog Chien de Berger Belge |
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| Country of origin | ||
| Belgium | ||
| Common nicknames | ||
| Classification and breed standards | ||
| FCI: | Group 1 Section 1 #015 | |
| AKC: | Herding | |
| ANKC: | Group 5 (Working Dogs) | |
| CKC: | Group 7 - Herding Dogs | |
| KC (UK): | Pastoral | |
| NZKC: | Working | |
| UKC: | Herding Dog Breeds | |
| Not recognized by any major kennel club | ||
| This breed of dog is extinct | ||
| Notes | ||
The Belgian Shepherd Dog (Groenendael) is the most popular variety of the Belgian Shepherd Dog breeds. The Groenendael is recognized by all major kennel clubs. In the United States it is recognized under the name Belgian Shepherd Dog.
Like all Belgian Shepherds, the Groenendael is a medium-sized, hard-working, square-proportioned breed of dog in the sheepdog family. The Groenendael is recognized by its distinctive black coat.
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