Active
Confident
Hard
Working
Stubborn
Intelligent
Alert
Friendly
Protective
Watchful

Active
Playful
Aloof
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Assertive
Easygoing
Willful

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

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

Shepherd Dog

Maltese, Tibetan 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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1800s

Late 20th Century

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Fawn
Sable

Sable
Red
Fawn
Cream
White
Black

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 Tibetan Spaltese can have a litter of 3-6 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.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cataracts
Epilepsy

Hydrocephalus
Obesity
Portosystemic Shunt

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Thyroid Tests
MRI
Eye Examination

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Testing

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

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

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

Tibetan Spalteses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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.

Tibetan Spalteses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Tibetan Spaltese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Tibetan Spaltese, it's at least 8 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 Tibetan Spalteses 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, Tibetan Spaltese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Scissors
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 4-15 pound (2 - 7 kg) Tibetan Spaltese feed 1 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 Tibetan Spaltese is somewhere $0.40 - $0.60 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 Tibetan Spaltese is between $21 - $28. This makes an average of $252 - $336 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.

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.

Tibetan Spalteses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Belgian Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Tibetan Spalteses are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Tibetan Spalteses 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.

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