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Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Malinois or Pastore Svizzero Bianco or Vostochnoevropejskaya Ovcharka? Find the right dog for you

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Name Belgian Malinois Berger Blanc Suisse East-European Shepherd
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
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Malinois Pastore Svizzero Bianco
Weisser Schweizer Schäferhund
White Swiss Shepherd Dog
Vostochnoevropejskaya Ovcharka
Byelorussian Ovcharka
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) Male: 66–88 lbs (30–40 kg), Female: 55–77 lbs (25–35 kg) Male: 77–132 pounds (35–60 kg), Female: 66–110 pounds (30–50 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 77 lbs (35 kg), Female: 66 lbs (30 kg) Male: 77–132 pounds (35–60 kg), Female: 66–110 pounds (30–50 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Belgian Malinois or Berger Blanc Suisse or East-European Shepherd? Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd height comparison:
Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) Male: 26-30 inches (66-76 cm), Female: 24-28 inches (61-72 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 25 inch (63 cm), Female: 23 inch (58 cm) Male: 28 inches (71 cm), Female: 26 inches (66.5 cm)

Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1200-$1400 $2500-$3000 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Belgian Malinois or Berger Blanc Suisse or East-European Shepherd?
Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.
Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse is a commonly available dog breed.
Average: The East-European Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.

Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Berger Blanc Suisse dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which is easiest to train?
Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are easy to train.
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East-European Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which breed is most alert?
Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are good watchdogs.
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East-European Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which breed is most protective?
Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs strongly protect their territory.
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East-European Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd? Compare temperaments.
Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Confident
Friendly
Watchful
Hard working
Active
Intelligent
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Easygoing
Playful
Protective
Intelligent
Loyal
Aggressive
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd?
Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: East-European Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd social needs comparison:
Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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East-European Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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East-European Shepherd dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Belgian Malinois dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Their prey drive is low.
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East-European Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which breed is most vocal?
Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed.
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Average to High: The Berger Blanc Suisse is a vocal breed.
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Average: The East-European Shepherd barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which breed is most playful?
The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed.
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The Berger Blanc Suisse is a playful breed.
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Average: East-European Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Belgian Malinois indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Berger Blanc Suisse breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep East-European Shepherd indoors.

Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which breed is most flexible?
Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
East-European Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Malinois or Berger Blanc Suisse or East-European Shepherd?
Belgian Malinois dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
East-European Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Berger Blanc Suisse has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The East-European Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which uses mouth most during play?
Belgian Malinois dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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East-European Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Berger Blanc Suisse bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

East-European Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Berger Blanc Suisse: 12 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of East-European Shepherd: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Berger Blanc Suisse can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The East-European Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which has fewer health issues?
The Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Berger Blanc Suisses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
East-European Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Berger Blanc Suisse should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The East-European Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Allergies
Bloat
Joint Dysplasia
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Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which breed is most active?
Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are high-energy dogs.
East-European Shepherd dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Belgian Malinois or Berger Blanc Suisse or East-European Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs need a lot of exercises.
East-European Shepherd dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Belgian Malinois or Berger Blanc Suisse or East-European Shepherd?
Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
East-European Shepherd dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The East-European Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which needs most food?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. What colors are available?
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
White Black
Tan
Blue
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The East-European Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which drools least?
The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Berger Blanc Suisse is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The East-European Shepherd drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Berger Blanc Suisse has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The East-European Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Weather-resistant
Straight
Dense
Straight
Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which requires most frequent baths?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Belgian Malinois or Berger Blanc Suisse or East-European Shepherd? Belgian Malinois or Berger Blanc Suisse or {name3 shedding:
Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are heavy shedders.
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East-European Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which is best with kids?
Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
East-European Shepherd dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
East-European Shepherd dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Malinois or Berger Blanc Suisse or East-European Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
East-European Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Malinois or Berger Blanc Suisse or East-European Shepherd?
Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
East-European Shepherd dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Malinois or Berger Blanc Suisse or East-European Shepherd?
Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
East-European Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd?
Yes
Belgian Malinois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
East-European Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Belgian Malinois is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Berger Blanc Suisse is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
East-European Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.
Berger Blanc Suisses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
East-European Shepherds are commonly okay with elderly people.

Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which is best suited for service work?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which has best nose work ability?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which is best for SAR work?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Berger Blanc Suisse breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

East-European Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which has most military use?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which has most puppies?
6-10 puppies 6-8 puppies 4-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Belgian Malinois vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs East-European Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Belgian Malinois, Berger Blanc Suisse, and East-European Shepherd. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
National Kennel Club
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