Belgian Sheepdog has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Russian Toy has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Active
Confident
Hard
Working
Stubborn
Intelligent
Alert
Friendly
Protective
Watchful

Active
Loyal
Protective
Cheerful
Playful

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

Russian Toys are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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.

Russian Toys are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Belgium

Russia

Shepherd Dog

English Toy Terrier, Toy Spaniel

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

Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Foundation Stock Service
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

1800s

20th Century

Herding (AKC:1912 & UKC)

Companion Dog (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Fawn
Sable

Black
Blue
Brown
Red
Sable

A Belgian Sheepdog can have a litter of 12-14 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 Russian Toy can have a litter of 11-13 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.

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

Russian Toys are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

While the Belgian Sheepdog breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Russian Toys are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Patellar Luxation

Cataracts
Epilepsy

Heart Conditions

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Thyroid Tests
MRI
Eye Examination

OFA
Physical Examination
Cardiac Test

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

Russian Toys need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Belgian Sheepdog minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Russian Toy is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

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

The Russian Toy is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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 Russian Toy 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

Fetch, Play, Walk

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.

Russian Toys 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 Russian Toy, 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 Russian Toys 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.

The Belgian Sheepdog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Russian Toy has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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, Russian Toy should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
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 3-6 pound (1 - 3 kg) Russian Toy feed 0.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Russian Toy 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 Russian Toy 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.

Russian Toys are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

The Russian Toy is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

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

Russian Toys are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Belgian Sheepdogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Russian Toys are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.