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| Breed Group : | herding |
| Weight : | male: 60-65 lbs ( 27-29 kg ) ; female : 60-65 lbs ( 27-29 kg ) |
Height :
| male: 24-26 inches ( 61-66 centimeters ); female: 22-24 inches ( 55- 61 centimeters ) |
| Breed Overview Information : | The Belgian Malinois is one of the dog breeds that has a long body and a long tail. It is named after the Belgian City of Malines. It is one of the four varieties of the Belgian Sheepdog. It was in 1959 that the Belgian Malinois was considered as a separate breed. This is one of the dog breeds that is very popular in Belgium. It is a high-energy dog making it a very good companion at home and good around the family members as well. Their strong and protective territorial instincts are very much evident in them. |
| Breed Character Information : | Even as a puppy, the Belgian Malinois exhibit characteristics such as herding and guarding. Its life expectancy is around 12-14 years which can live well in an aparment given enough exercise. On the other hand, this breed type has no major health problems. It has a height ranging from 24-26 inches for males and 22-24 inches for females. They weigh around 55-65 pounds. It is a muscular dog but not a heavy one. Its chest is neither broad nor narrow. The alert erect ears are in good proportion with the dog’s head. As small dogs, the Belgian Malinois is one of the four Belgian Sheepdogs which is very smart and obedient dog. |
| Breed Coat Information : | As a puppy, the Belgian Malinois has a short-haired coat which has colors of fawn to red to mahogany to black. They have a thick undercoat. There is some white seen on the chest and feet. |
| Breed Temperament Information : | At an early age and as small dogs, the Belgian Malinois has a very instinctively protective characteristic. They are smart and obedient but sometimes shy and sensitive. They are good for working and competition obedience. They are very watchful and loyal to their owners and handlers. They are also good around children. On the other hand, since it works well around the family, it does not want to be put inside a kennel or a cage. |
| Breed Ownership Information : | In owning a Belgian Malinois, one has to take note that this type of dog breed does not want to be locked in a cage and would rather spend its time with the family members. If you want to own this type of dog breed, then you are lucky since they make a good family pet. On the other hand, owners should be able to research very well about this dog breed so they will know the proper care and training for their own pet. |
| Breed Activity Information : | Belgian Malinois dogs need to have long daily walks as part of their activity or exercise. At the same time, they would rather run free in a safe area. Activities for this type of dog breed include tracking, agility, obedience, protection and others. |
| Breed Care Information : | The Belgian Malinois requires regular brushing with a firm bristle brush. Its grooming of its smooth, short-haired coat is very easy. Bathing is needed only when necessary. It is a light shedder though heavily shedding twice a year. |
| Breed Training Information : | The Belgian Malinois just like any other dog breed needs proper obedience training. |
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