The Schipperke, meaning ‘little captain’ in Flemish, is a breed of dog in the Non-Sporting Group. This dog breed is well known for their superior watch dog capabilities and for their loyal, yet independent, nature. The Schipperke was approved by the AKC in 1990.
A Schipperke is an all around dog breed. They have strong herding, hunting, and watching instincts. Schipperkes are fearless and independent, smart and willful. They are a high energy dog with an intense curiosity about everything and therefore require a great deal of attention and stimulation.