What are Belgian Shepherds bred for?

Belgian Shepherds were originally bred for herding and guarding livestock. There are four varieties of Belgian Shepherds. These varieties are the Belgian Malinois, Belgian Tervuren, Belgian Laekenois, and Groenendael (which is called the Belgian Sheepdog in the United States). Each variety has slight differences in appearance and sometimes temperament, but all share the common traits of intelligence, high energy, and a strong work ethic.

These dogs are known for their intelligence, agility, and strong work ethic, which make them excellent herding dogs. Over time, their roles have expanded beyond herding to include various types of work and activities, such as police and military work, search and rescue, and protection work.