Playful
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Active
Confident
Hard
Working
Stubborn
Intelligent
Alert
Friendly
Protective
Watchful

Crested Cockers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

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1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
Cream
White
Brown
Red
Silver

Black
Fawn
Sable

Crested Cockers have medium-length coats.

Belgian Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

A Crested Cocker 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.

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.

Crested Cockers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Deafness

Cataracts
Epilepsy

Hearing
Orthopedic
Urine and Blood Analysis
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Ophthalmic

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Thyroid Tests
MRI
Eye Examination

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

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

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

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

Crested Cockers 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Crested Cocker, it's at least 7 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 Belgian Sheepdog, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Crested Cockers usually need at least 45 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 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.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 17-25 pound (8 - 11 kg) Crested Cocker feed 2 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 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.

The average cost of a Crested Cocker is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Crested Cocker is between $42 - $50. This makes an average of $504 - $600 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 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Crested Cockers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Crested Cockers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

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

Crested Cockers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

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

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

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

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