Schipperke is a Small Breed of dog that originated from Belgiam in the early 16th century as a Riverboat watchdog. Probably developed from the same roots as the Belgiam Shepherd dogs. Their Name is Flemish for "Little Shepherd"  They are an unusual-looking little dog with a Foxy Face, Thick Coat & Round Rump sometimes without a Tail & sometimes with a tail. They Stand Proud & Ready & think that they are the biggest dog in the world. They are very Suspicious of Strangers & want to know what is going on around them at all Times. I call them my  "Loyal Loving Personal Busy Bodies" becuase they have to know what is going on with whom all the time. 
Males stand about 11-13 Inches tall Weighing 18-20Lbs. Females stand 10-12 Inches tall, Weighing 12-15Lbs.
They are Agile, Loyal, very keen Watchdogs. They thrive on athletic activites & interactive games as they are very intelligent & need to keep their minds busy. They enjoy personal one on one time.