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Name	Akita	Belgian Malinois	Bull Terrier
Origins	Japan	Belgium	England
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	47	44	60
Reviews	9	3	6
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog	Malinois	Bully Gladiator English Bull Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Akita or Belgian Malinois or Belgian Malinois? Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier? Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$1200-$1400	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier?	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.

Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Bull Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier trainability comparison.	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier?	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier? Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working	Active Protective Tempered Sweet Trainable Keen
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Akita dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Bull Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier?	High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Bull Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier social needs comparison:	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	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. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier?	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Bull Terrier rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier?	Very house-friendly dog the Akita 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 Belgian Malinois indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Bull Terrier breed.
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Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.	Bull Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bull Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier?	The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	Heart Murmurs Deafness Hereditary Nephritis Lens Luxation Spinning
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Akita, Belgian Malinois and Bull Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bull Terrier: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier?	Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier? Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier energy level comparison:	Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.	Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier?	Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier?	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier coat comparison:	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight	Weather-resistant Straight	Dense Smooth
Colors What are the original Akita, Belgian Malinois and Bull Terrier color?	Black Red White Brown Fawn	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Black White Brown Brindle Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier? Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier? Akita or Belgian Malinois or {name3 shedding:	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Akita is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.	Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.	Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier?	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier?	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier?	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bull Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier?	Yes Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Belgian Malinois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Akita is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Belgian Malinois is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Akita or Belgian Malinois or Bull Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier?	Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Akita and Belgian Malinois and Bull Terrier have?	3-12 puppies	6-10 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 5
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Akita vs Belgian Malinois vs Bull Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	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	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

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