Unfortunately, you usually can't tell whether a puppy has inherited temperament or health problems until he grows up. If you want a puppy, you can avoid some negative traits by choosing the right breeder and the right puppy.With an adult dog, you can easily see what you're getting, and plenty of adult Schipperkes have already proven themselves not to have negative characteristics. You can avoid some negative traits by choosing an ADULT dog from an animal shelter or rescue group.Temperament and behavior are also shaped by raising and training. Keep in mind that the inheritance of temperament is less predictable than the inheritance of physical traits such as size or shedding.
This little rascal does best with owners who are firm, confident, and consistent. He has a high prey drive and is likely to harass small caged pets, and with his quick reflexes and light-footed agility, creatures that run won't get far. With strange pets who invade his domain, he can be scrappy. With dogs and cats in his own family, he is usually fine. He is convinced that he is a big dog and may physically challenge an intruder foolish enough to ignore his sharp, penetrating bark. Possessed of extraordinary senses and an inherent suspicion of strangers, the Schipperke sleeps lightly and makes a keen, vigilant watchdog.
The Schipperke should always be kept on-leash (for he is an extremely fast, agile, independent chaser of anything that moves) or in a secure yard, preferably supervised, because his ingenuity and climbing/digging skills may send him over or under the fence. The Schipperke is busy, busy, busy and seldom walks when he can trot or scamper. Indeed, this is one of the most inquisitive and impulsive of all breeds. The AKC Standard describes the Schipperke as "questioning, mischievous, impudent.
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