Confident, Smart, Hardworking
Belgian Malinois are squarely built, proud, and alert herders standing 22 to 26 inches. Strong and well-muscled, but more elegant than bulky, there’s an honest, no-frills look about them, as befit dogs built to work hard for their feed. A breed hallmark is the proud carriage of t…
Energy
80%
Shedding
60%
Trainability
80%
Grooming
40%
Friendliness
40%
Coat Type
Short coat
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Needs 60-90 minutes active exercise daily; thrives with a job or sport.
Seasonal shedder — daily brushing during spring and fall coat blows is essential.
Best suited to owners with some dog experience — difficulty rated 6/10.
Better suited to homes with outdoor space — this large breed needs room to move.
A intelligent temperament makes it a reliable companion for the right household.
Working heritage means it needs a job or structured activity — under-stimulation leads to problem behaviours.
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FCI Group
Group 1 — Sheepdogs and Cattledogs
Section
Herdershonden
Status
recognized
