Dog Breed:
Belgian Malinois
Other Common Names:
Malinois
Description:
Country of Origin:
Belgium
Height:
Belgian Malinois is usually between 22 and 26 inches in height.
Weight:
Belgian Malinois weighs 55 to 65 lbs.
Colors:
Belgian Malinois comes in a variety of colors, including mahogany, black-masked fawn, tan, and black-tipped fawn.
Coat:
Belgian Malinois has a weather resistant, short double-coat.
Temperament:
Belgian Malinois is very bright, obedient, watchful, protective, alert, friendly, hard-working, confident, stubborn, and active. It makes a great guard and police dog.
Health Concerns:
Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed with no major health concerns, though some occurrence of skin allergies, eye problems, and occasional hip dysplasia have been seen.
Life Expectancy:
Belgian Malinois has a life span of 12 to 14 years.
Living Environment:
Belgian Malinois needs a lot of space and exercise, so a large yard is often necessary. However, this dog does not like to live outside.
AKC Group:
The Belgian Malinois is a member of the Herding Group.