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, Weshis 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

Active
Playful
Independent
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle

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

Weshis 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.

Avoid Weshis as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Belgium

United States

Shepherd Dog

West Highland White Terrier and Shih Tzu

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
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Fawn
Sable

White
Brown
Black
Gray
Cream

Straight

Wavy

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 Weshi can have a litter of 2-5 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.

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

Weshis typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Kidney Problems
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Liver Problems

Cataracts
Epilepsy

Ear Infections
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Reverse Sneezing
Dental Problems

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Thyroid Tests
MRI
Eye Examination

Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood and Urine Tests

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

Weshis 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.

Weshi 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.

Weshis require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

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

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

Weshis bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

Fetch, Go to Park, Tug-of-war, High Five, Bone chewing, Walking, Roughhousing, Eating Snacks, Ball

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.

Weshis 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 Weshi, 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 Weshis 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.

Weshis have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
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 16-21 pound (7 - 10 kg) Weshi feed 1.8 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 Weshi 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 Weshi is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

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

Belgian Sheepdogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Weshis have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Weshis 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.

Weshis 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.

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