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Belgian Malinois Dog Breed
The Belgian Shepherd Dog ("Malinois") is a breed of
dog, sometimes classified as a variety of the Belgian Shepherd Dog rather than
as a separate breed. The Malinois is recognized in the United States under the
name Belgian Malinois. Its name is the French word for Mechlinian, which is in
Dutch either 'Mechels' (from Mechelen) or 'Mechelaar' (one from Mechelen).
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Belgian Malinois Dog Breed
Belgian Malinois, one of four kinds of Belgian
Shepherd Dogs. |
| Alternative names |
Belgian Malinois - Chien de Berger Belge
Mechelaar - Pastor Belga Malinois
Mechelse Herder (Mechelse Scheper) |
| Country of origin |
| Belgium |
| Classification and breed standards |
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FCI: |
Group 1 Section 1 #015 |
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AKC: |
Herding |
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ANKC: |
Group 5 (Working Dogs) |
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CKC: |
Group 7 - Herding |
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KC (UK): |
Pastoral |
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NZKC: |
Working |
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UKC: |
Herding Dog |
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Belgian Malinois Dog Breed
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Appearance
Like all Belgian Shepherds, the Malinois is a medium-sized, hard-working,
square-proportioned dog in the sheepdog family. The Malinois is recognized by
its short brown and yellow coat and its black ears, cheeks, and muzzle.
Coat and color
Malinois can vary greatly in appearance. Most Malinois with a fawn coat will
have white patches on the paws and chest. Darker Malinois do not generally share
this trait.
Size
Female Malinois are said to average 25-30 kg (55-65 lb), while males are heavier
at 29-34 kg (65-75 lb). Malinois can range from stocky to slender, but are
always squarely built.
History
A Malinois in a police dogIn the United States, Germany and other European
countries, the Malinois is bred primarily as a working dog for protection,
detection and police work. This is not only because they can be aggressive when
they need to be but also because they are fast learners of new tasks. This dog
needs to be properly trained from the start of his life. Abusive, harsh or
overly permissive training may result in a dog without the proper attitudes and
because of its size and aggressiveness may harm people or other creatures. This
is a working dog for an experienced dog owner. Most police forces have switched
to Malinois in favor of all other breeds due to the breed's intense prey drive.
The Malinois is unmatched in terms of toughness and focus, and is not a dog
recommended for inexperienced or even "average" dog owners.
Health
Far less popular than the similar German Shepherd, the Malinois has luckily been
spared the negative effects of overbreeding in puppy mills. However like most
large breeds hip dysplasia is a prevalent genetic disorder.
~From
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