Belgian Shepherd Dog (Laekenois)
Alternative names
Belgian Laekenois Chien de Berger Belge
Country of origin
Belgium
Classification
FCI: Group 1 Section 1 AKC: Non-sporting (FSS) ANKC: Group 5 (Working Dogs) CKC: Group 7 - Herding Dogs KC(UK): Pastoral NZKC: Working UKC: Herding Dog Breeds
Breed standards (external links)
FCI, ANKC, CKC KC(UK), NZKC, UKC
Notes
The AKC foundation stock service (FSS) is a registration service for breeds not yet recognised by the AKC.

The Belgian Shepherd Dog (Laekenois) is a breed of dog, sometimes classified as a variety of the Belgian Shepherd Dog rather than as a separate breed. The Laekenois is not fully recognized in the United States.

Like all Belgian Shepherds, the Laekenois is a medium-sized, hard-working, square-proportioned dog in the sheepdog family. The Laekenois is recognized by its woolly, brown and white coat.

See also: Belgian Shepherd Dog (Groenendael), Belgian Shepherd Dog (Malinois), Belgian Shepherd Dog (Tervueren)