Unfortunately, the Belgian Sheepdog is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Chinese Cresteds are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Confident
Hard
Working
Stubborn
Intelligent
Alert
Friendly
Protective
Watchful

Affectionate
Happy
Playful
Alert
Lively
Sweet
Tempered

Belgian Sheepdogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Chinese Cresteds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Choose a Belgian Sheepdog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Chinese Cresteds aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

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Herding (AKC:1912 & UKC)

Toy (AKC:1991)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

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Black

Black
Brown

Black
Fawn
Sable

Black
Brown
Cream
Blue

Belgian Sheepdogs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Chinese Cresteds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Cataracts
Epilepsy

Skin Problems
Contact Allergy
Dentition Problems

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Thyroid Tests
MRI
Eye Examination

Skin Scraping
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

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

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

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

Chinese Crested has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

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

Belgian Sheepdogs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Chinese Cresteds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Belgian Sheepdog dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Chinese Crested dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Belgian Sheepdog dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

While Chinese Crested dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Playing Ball, Walk, Run, Keep away, Hike, Swim, Frizbee, Canoeing, Chase, Long walks, Hiking, Eating Snacks

Cuddle, Pets, Being Spoiled

Belgian Sheepdogs 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.

Chinese Cresteds 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Belgian Sheepdog, it's at least 9 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 Chinese Crested, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Belgian Sheepdogs 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.

In general most Chinese Cresteds usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Belgian Sheepdog 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, Chinese Crested should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) Belgian Sheepdog feed 2.5 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 5-12 pound (2 - 5 kg) Chinese Crested 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.

The average cost of a Belgian Sheepdog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Belgian Sheepdog is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Chinese Crested is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

Belgian Sheepdog is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Chinese Crested 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.

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

Chinese Cresteds make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Belgian Sheepdogs are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Belgian Sheepdogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Chinese Cresteds are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

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