Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Comparison – Which dog is better Malinois or Laekenois?

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Name	Belgian Malinois	Belgian Shepherd Laekenois
Origins	Belgium	Belgium
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Malinois	Laekenois
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred
AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
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. 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
Price Which is cheaper, Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Belgian Malinois and Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	No data available	No data available
Availability	Very frequent	Average

Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois size comparison:	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois weight comparison:	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois coat comparison:	Weather-resistant Straight	Rough Wiry
Colors What are the original Belgian Malinois and Belgian Shepherd Laekenois color? Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois color comparison:	Brindle Cream Fawn Black	Brindle Cream Fawn Black
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois grooming comparison:	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort.	Average: The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois requires average grooming effort.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois shedding:	Belgian Malinoiss shed moderately.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss shed moderately.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	8-12 weeks Very rarely.	8-12 weeks Very rarely.

Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Confident Friendly Hard working Protective Stubborn Watchful	Active Energetic Protective Alert Lively Watchful
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois smarter? Which is best? Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois intelligence:	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed.	Very smart: Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is an excellent dog breed.
Trainability Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois trainability comparison. What's the difference between Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Belgian Malinoiss are very easy to train.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss are very easy to train.
Playfulness Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois playfulness comparison:	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed.	The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is a playful breed.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Belgian Malinoiss may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois social needs comparison:	Belgian Malinoiss are a social breed.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss are a social breed.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Average to high: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed.	Low to Average: The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois rarely barks.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Belgian Malinoiss are one of the best watchdogs.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss are one of the best watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Belgian Malinoiss strongly protect their territory.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss are extremely protective guard dogs.
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Between 100 and 200 PSI The weakest: Dogs that have the weakest bite force below 200 PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois mouthiness comparison:	Belgian Malinoiss have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home.	Wanderlust potential of the Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is strong enough to escape from home.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Which can be better for hunting?	Belgian Malinoiss 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.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss 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.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Nem a legjobb választás Belgian Malinois, ha lakásban szeretnéd tartani, ugyanakkor alapos lemozgatással, napi többszöri sétával tolerálják a benti körülményeket is, így megoldható Belgian Malinois tartása lakásban.	Nem lakásbarát kutya Belgian Shepherd Laekenois.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Belgian Malinoiss adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Belgian Malinoiss 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 Shepherd Laekenoiss 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.
Fighting 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 Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Which dog is more friendly?	Belgian Malinoiss are not the most stranger friendly dogs.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss are not the most stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Belgian Malinoiss are kid-friendly dogs.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Belgian Malinoiss are average friendly towards cats.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Belgian Malinoiss are average friendly towards other dogs.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	No Belgian Malinoiss are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Belgian Malinois is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Yes The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Not really Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Belgian Shepherd Laekenois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Belgian Malinoiss are generally with other pets.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss are generally with other pets.
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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois health comparison. Which is the healthier: Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	The Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss tend to have more and frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois health problems comparison:	Elbow Dysplasia Epilepsy Eye Problems Hip Dysplasia	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Average The Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois lifespan comparison. How long do Belgian Malinois and Belgian Shepherd Laekenois breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Belgian Malinois and Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	12-14 years	12-14 years
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Hypoallergenic Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois energy level comparison:	Belgian Malinoiss are high energy dogs.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss are high energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Belgian Malinoiss need a lot of exercises.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Belgian Malinoiss don't need too much sleep.	Belgian Shepherd Laekenoiss sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois? Does the Belgian Malinois breed eat more than the Belgian Shepherd Laekenois breed?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average.	Low to Average.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Tolerates warm and cold weather.	Tolerates warm and cold weather.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	Medium The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois?	The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	The Belgian Shepherd Laekenois is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.

Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Belgian Malinois and Belgian Shepherd Laekenois have? Belgian Malinois vs Belgian Shepherd Laekenois litter size comparison:	6-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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