Belgian Malinois
Weight
20-30 kg
Height
56-66 cm shoulder height
Lifespan
12-14 years
The Belgian Malinois is a machine: intelligent, alert, tireless and completely dedicated to his task. He is loyal to an extreme, but that loyalty has a price — he expects work, structure and leadership in return. Without that he is not a sweet dog but a problem.
Character & traits
Practical
- Exercise per day
- 2 to 3 hours
- Max alone
- 2 hours
- Garden needed
- Yes
- Apartment
- Less suitable
- Insurance
- $65–$100/mo
- Food
- $65–$95/mo
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What Belgian Malinois owners typically need
Food
All-round dog food
Balanced nutrition for medium-sized dogs with average energy needs.
Accessories
Sturdy harness
High-energy dogs pull more. A good harness gives you control without pressure on the throat.
Grooming
Nail clipper
Not much coat to brush, but nails keep growing. Clip them every 2-3 weeks.
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