Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better Malinois or American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier?

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Name	Belgian Malinois	American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier
Origins	Belgium	England United States
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Belgian Malinois and American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier. What other names are these breeds known by?	Malinois	No data available
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Belgian Malinois and an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Cross Breed

Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Belgian Malinois and an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Belgian Malinois or American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Is a Belgian Malinois taller than an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier?	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 22-28 inches (55-70 cm), Female: 20-26 inches (52-65 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 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Belgian Malinois and an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$1400	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Belgian Malinois or American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier?	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier is easier than average to get.

Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare training requirements.	Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.	American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare alertness levels.	Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare territorial behaviors.	Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Belgian Malinois and an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Reliable Gentle Going Social Bold Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier?	Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier social needs comparison:	Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.	American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier?	The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? 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. See more.	American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare play drive and energy.	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.	The American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare living space needs.	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.	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 American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier indoors.
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Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare adaptability levels.	Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Malinois or American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier?	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.	American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier 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.

Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Belgian Malinois dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Belgian Malinois and an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier. Which breed is healthier?	The Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier?	Average The Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Mastocytoma Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous

Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare activity levels.	Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.	American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Belgian Malinois or American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.	American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Belgian Malinois or American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier?	Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.	American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
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Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Belgian Malinois and American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare breed colors.	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Black Red Blue White Brown Fawn Brindle
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare drooling amounts.	The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Belgian Malinois and an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare fur types.	Weather-resistant Straight	Fine Smooth
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Belgian Malinois or American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Do Belgian Malinois dogs shed more than American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier dogs?	Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.
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Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare kid-friendliness.	Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.	American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Malinois or American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Malinois or American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier?	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.	American Bully Staffy 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 Belgian Malinois or American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Can a Belgian Malinois and an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier be friends? Do Belgian Malinois dogs get along with American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier dogs?	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier?	Yes Belgian Malinois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier 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 American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier 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.	American Bully Staffy Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare therapy capabilities.	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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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Belgian Malinois or an American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Belgian Malinois and American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier. Which has stronger military background?	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 American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Belgian Malinois and American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier. Which has larger litters?	6-10 puppies	5-7 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Belgian Malinois and American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Belgian Malinois and American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Belgian Malinois vs American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Belgian Malinois and American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Belgian Malinois and American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Belgian Malinois and American Bully Staffy Bull Terrier. Which is more widely recognized?	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	No data available

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