Very devoted to their families. Constantly watching and exploring their environments, alert to changes. Fond of children, anxious to please the family members. Active, smart, loving, protective, alert. Responsive to obedience training.
Schipperkes can have troubles with anesthetics for surgery.
It is important to discuss any such procedure with your veterinarian before it is performed. They can also experience minor problems with the eyes, teeth, diabetes, hypothyroidism, diarrhea, hip dysplasia or skin problems. Some males can have a reproductive condition where one or both testes do not descend properly. If this condition is present, have testes removed and do not breed the animal. It is important to note that this is a very healthy breed.