Belgian shepherd

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Definition

Noun: A hardy working dog developed in Belgium for herding sheep. It is a breed of medium-to-large-sized dog known for its intelligence, agility, and trainability. There are four distinct varieties, primarily differentiated by their coat type and color: the Groenendael (long black coat), Tervuren (long fawn/mahogany coat with black overlay), Malinois (short fawn/mahogany coat with black overlay), and Laekenois (wire-haired fawn coat).

Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The Belgian Shepherd is highly valued in police and military work for its focus and drive.
    • She decided to adopt a Belgian Shepherd because of the breed's renowned loyalty and protective nature.
    • Our Belgian Shepherd excels in agility competitions.
Advanced Usage
  • "Belgian Shepherd Dog": The full, formal name of the breed.
    • The Belgian Shepherd Dog is recognized by major kennel clubs worldwide.
Variants and Related Words
  • Belgian Sheepdog: An alternative name sometimes used, particularly for the Groenendael variety.
  • Belgian Malinois: The short-coated variety, often specified separately due to its prevalence in working roles.
  • Belgian Tervuren: The long-coated variety with a distinctive fawn and black coat.
  • Belgian Groenendael: The long-coated, solid black variety.
  • Belgian Laekenois: The rare, wire-coated variety.
Synonyms
  • Chien de Berger Belge (French name for the breed)
  • Working dog
  • Herding dog
Related Phrases
  • Belgian Shepherd club: An organization dedicated to the promotion and preservation of the breed.
    • He is a member of the national Belgian Shepherd club.
Noun
  1. hardy working dog developed in Belgium for herding sheep

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