Beauceron Belgian Sheepdog - Groenendael Mix

The Beauceron Belgian Sheepdog - Groenendael Mix, is a mixed breed dog resulting from breeding the Beauceron and the Belgian Sheepdog - Groenendael . Both of these dogs can be friendly but personalities differ, so you never know. The Beauceron is known for being friendly, intelligent, and fearless. All dogs need proper socialization and that will be a big factor in how they interact with others. What does this mixed breed look and act like? Is it more like the Beauceron or the Belgian Sheepdog - Groenendael ? Those are the questions we will try and answer below. Continue reading below to see pictures, videos, and learn more about the beautiful Beauceron Belgian Sheepdog - Groenendael Mix.

While we really recommend that you acquire all animals through a rescue, we understand that some people might go through a breeder to get their Beauceron Belgian Sheepdog - Groenendael Mix puppy. That is, if they have any Beauceron Belgian Sheepdog - Groenendael Mix puppies for sale.

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Beauceron Belgian Sheepdog - Groenendael Mix History

All hybrid or designer dogs are tough to get a good read on as there isn’t much history to them. Breeding specific dogs like this has become common in the last twenty years or so even though I am sure that this mixed breed found it’s share of dogs to the shelter due to accidental breeding. We will take a closer look at the history of both parent breeds below. If you are looking at breeders for new, designer dogs please beware of Puppy Mills. These are places that mass produce puppies, specifically for profit and don’t care at all about the dogs. If you have a few minutes, please sign our petition to stop puppy mills.

Beauceron History

Here’s another French herding dog that’s slowly gaining popularity outside his native land. A strong, muscular dog, The Beauceron is highly prized in France for his herding ability (sheep and cattle), his proficiency as a guard dog, and his absolute devotion to his family, including children. The Beauceron is the largest of all the French shepherding dogs. Alert and aware at all times, his appearance may strike Americans as that of a mix between a German Shepherd and a Doberman Pinscher.

French novelist Colette reportedly had a great affection for the breed and called him “the country gentleman.” Because he’s a shepherd, this gentleman’s somewhat controlling nature means he will do best with an owner who is gentle, but firm and consistent, and also willing to play with the dog for five to 10 minutes per day.

Like many French herding dogs, the Beauceron lived and thrived almost exclusively within France for centuries, without outside influence. In the late 1800s, dog fanciers elected to separate the long-haired version (“Shepherd of the Brie”) from the shorter-haired Shepherd de Beauce. This split was largely, although not entirely, in response to the regions of France where each dog most commonly lived and worked.

What does a shepherding dog do without a flock? As times have changed in rural France and elsewhere, the need for the Beauceron’s original career specialty has dwindled. Fortunately, the French Central Canine Society saw the need to preserve the breed, and now people have found that Beaucerons excel at military and police work, as service dogs, in search and rescue activities (including the World Trade Center rescue effort in 2001), in agility and sporting events, and of course as the family dog, protecting and entertaining his pack.

In 2008, the Beauceron made his first appearance at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.

Belgian Sheepdog - Groenendael History

With his closest relatives’ names being Belgian Laekenois, Belgian Malinois, and Belgian Tervuren, shouldn’t the simple moniker “Belgian Sheepdog” give this guy an inferiority complex? He’s not concerned. He’s a gorgeous, fun-loving fellow with the typical Shepherd passion for athletic activities; herding, obedience, tracking, agility, protection, rescue, and military/police service are all possible pursuits for him. He’s also been called the Belgian Shepherd and the Chien de Berger Belge — so, he does have a fancy French name after all! The Belgian Sheepdog emerged in the late 19th century and quickly showed the talent, endurance, and speed necessary for herding sheep, plus a long graceful coat to keep warm.

Like the Laekenois, he served in both world wars as a messenger dog. The North Wales Police have trained several of the Belgian shepherd breeds to knock down criminals with their heads. The surprised perpetrator seldom knows what’s hit him. But these dog’s need not only physical but also mental exercise, so they enjoy learning new things. Head-butting is a natural behavior for the Belgian Sheepdog, and he’s happy to have a task that puts that to use.

Public interest in the Shepherd breeds grew throughout the 20th century. In the show ring, all the Shepherd varieties were registered with the AKC and shown as a single breed until 1959, when the AKC recognized the variances in their color, conformation and origin, and gave each dog a separate category in their list of breeds.

Beauceron Belgian Sheepdog - Groenendael Mix Size and Weight

Beauceron
Height: 24 - 27 inches at the shoulder
Weight: 66 - 100 lb.
Lifespan: 10 - 12 years

Belgian Sheepdog - Groenendael
Height: 23 - 24 inches at the shoulder
Weight: 40 - 75 lb.
Lifespan: 10 - 14 years

Beauceron Belgian Sheepdog - Groenendael Mix Personality

The Beauceron and the Belgian Sheepdog - Groenendael are both loyal and affectionate. They are also very charming, so watch out! This dog will require a good training regimen as they can get excited. They are very loyal to their family. One of the best things you can do for any breed is to socialize it as much as possible. Please use positive reinforcement, it goes a long way! She should be rather affectionate and love being with you, she can also be stubborn so keep that in mind.

Beauceron Belgian Sheepdog - Groenendael Mix Health

All dogs have the potential to develop genetic health problems as all breeds are susceptible to some things more than others. However, the one positive thing about getting a puppy is that you can avoid this as much as possible. A breeder should absolutely offer a health guarantee on puppies. If they won’t do this, then look no more and don’t consider that breeder at all. A reputable breeder will be honest and open about health problems in the breed and the incidence with which they occur. We obviously recommend that you look for a reputable animal rescue in your area to find your new mixed breed. Health clearances prove that a dog has been tested for and cleared of a particular condition.

The Beauceron mixed with the Belgian Sheepdog - Groenendael might be prone to joint dysplasia, dilated cardiomyopathy, progressive retinal atrophy, among others.

Note that these are just common problems in both breeds.

Beauceron Belgian Sheepdog - Groenendael Mix Care

What are the grooming requirements?

Even if you know the breed, sometimes it is hard to tell if it will be a heavy shedder or a light shedder. Either way, Get ready to invest in a good vacuum if you want to keep your floors clean! Give them baths as needed, but not so much that you dry out their skin.

What are the exercise requirements?

Plan on taking them for extremely long walks and hikes to keep their energy level down. This mix will more than likely have a high energy level. This exercise will keep them from being destructive. A tired dog is a good dog. A tired dog is a good dog though. Never tie your dog up outside - that is inhumane and not fair to him.

What are the training requirements?

This is an intelligent dog that will be a little bit challenging to train. They are going to want to take the alpha position and need someone with a firm, strong, hand that can let them know their place. The best thing you can do is break the sessions into shorter daily sessions to keep their attention span higher. It might have a prey drive and be disposed to running for and chasing small prey, but if handled properly this can be managed. All dogs respond best to positive reinforcement. So make sure to praise her when she does well. She is an intelligent dog who loves to please, and loves a physical challenge. The more exercise she gets the easier she will be to train. Proper socialization is imperative to all dogs and puppies. Make sure to take her to the park and doggy day care to get her around as many people and dogs as possible.

Beauceron Belgian Sheepdog - Groenendael Mix Feeding

"A lot of times diet is done on a per-dog basis. Each one is unique and has different dietary requirements. Most dogs in the U.S. are overweight. A mix like this one that is prone to hip and elbow dysplasia should really be on fish oil and glucosamine and chondroitin supplements as soon as possible. A good diet to look into is Raw Food Diet. A raw food diet will be especially good for the Wolf background.

Overfeeding any dog is not a good idea as that can really exacerbate health problems such as elbow and hip dysplasia.

I good diet to look into is Raw Food Diet. A raw food diet will be especially good for the Wolf background."

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