Belgian Laekenois were originally bred for herding and hunting, and were used as messenger dogs in both world wars ...

A number of iconic breeds face an uncertain future. Once a common sight, the Belgian Laekenois has faced extinction before.

A powerhouse of intelligence and resilience, the Belgian Laekenois excels in search and rescue while doubling as a formidable protector. Its sharp instincts, unmatched determination, and unwavering ...

This rare breed was only officially recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2020, although it is thought to have originated in the 1880s as a Belgian herding dog. The Laekenois was used as a ...

three other popular Belgian shepherd breeds are: Tervuren (long coat, black mask, fawn-mahogany coloring) Laekenois (rough coat, fawn) Malinois (short coat, black mask, fawn-mahogany) These dogs ...