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The 10-16-pound Schipperke is a strong, loyal working dog packed into a little body. Traditionally kept aboard Belgian ships to act as ratters and watchdogs, this thickly coated black dog’s name translates to “Little Captain.” Adaptable to apartment life, the feisty Schipperke has a lot of energy and needs regular play and exercise. These dogs love to be with their families, keeping watch over the household and—true to their birthright—eliminating any rodents they find! The Schipperke shouldn’t be paired with other small non-canine pets.
Temperament
Sensitive, kid-friendly, playful
Breed Fast Facts
11 - 18 lbs
Toy or Teacup
High
Moderate
Medium
13 to 15 years
More than half of Floridians are pet owners, and 40 percent of them have at least one dog in the family. If you live on an acre of land in the state of Florida, you can own up to four dogs. The most popular breed in this state is the German Shepherd, followed closely by the Labrador Retriever and the Golden Retriever. The most popular dog breed in the city of Orlando is none of those, however, but the French Bulldog! For coast-dwelling Floridian dog owners, there’s the added joy of the dog-friendly beaches on either side (and the bottom) of the panhandle.
In 2020, the city of Gulfport, Florida held an all-animal mayoral election to raise funds for the Gulfport Historical Society. A dog named Coco won.
A Florida Dalmatian named Parker starred in the 2021 film Cruella.
Florida’s State Parks are dog-friendly! They even have built-in off-leash dog parks within their 700,000-acre nature reserves.
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