Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes Comparison – Which dog is better Malinois or Ardennes Cattle Dog?

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Name	Belgian Malinois	Bouvier des Ardennes
Origins	Belgium	Belgium
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Belgian Malinois and Bouvier des Ardennes. What other names are these breeds known by?	Malinois	Ardennes Cattle Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Belgian Malinois and a Bouvier des Ardennes. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Belgian Malinois and a Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 62–77 pounds (28–35 kg), Female: 49–62 pounds (22–28 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 62–77 pounds (28–35 kg), Female: 49–62 pounds (22–28 kg)
Height Which is taller, Belgian Malinois or Bouvier des Ardennes? Is a Belgian Malinois taller than a Bouvier des Ardennes?	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 22–25 inches (55–63 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–57 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 22–25 inches (55–63 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–57 cm)

Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Belgian Malinois and a Bouvier des Ardennes. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$1400	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Belgian Malinois or Bouvier des Ardennes?	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.	Average: The Bouvier des Ardennes is a commonly available dog breed.

Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Bouvier des Ardennes dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare training requirements.	Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare alertness levels.	Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare territorial behaviors.	Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Belgian Malinois and a Bouvier des Ardennes. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working	Curious Playful Adaptable Obstinate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes?	Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes social needs comparison:	Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes?	The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Bouvier des Ardennes is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes? 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.	Bouvier des Ardennes 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

Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Bouvier des Ardennes barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare play drive and energy.	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Bouvier des Ardenness, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? 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.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bouvier des Ardennes breed.
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Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare adaptability levels.	Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Malinois or Bouvier des Ardennes?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Bouvier des Ardennes: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Belgian Malinois and a Bouvier des Ardennes. 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 Bouvier des Ardennes 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 Bouvier des Ardennes?	Average The Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Bouvier des Ardennes 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 Bouvier des Ardennes? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	No data available

Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bouvier des Ardennes's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? 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.
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Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Belgian Malinois and Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare breed colors.	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Black Fawn Grey
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Bouvier des Ardennes requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare drooling amounts.	The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bouvier des Ardennes is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bouvier des Ardennes has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Belgian Malinois and a Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare fur types.	Weather-resistant Straight	Double
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare bathing frequencies.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Belgian Malinois or Bouvier des Ardennes? Do Belgian Malinois dogs shed more than Bouvier des Ardennes dogs?	Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare kid-friendliness.	Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bouvier des Ardennes 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.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Malinois or Bouvier des Ardennes? Which dog is more friendly?	Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Malinois or Bouvier des Ardennes?	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Malinois or Bouvier des Ardennes? Can a Belgian Malinois and a Bouvier des Ardennes be friends? Do Belgian Malinois dogs get along with Bouvier des Ardennes dogs?	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bouvier des Ardennes dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes?	Yes Belgian Malinois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bouvier des Ardennes 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 Bouvier des Ardennes 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.	Bouvier des Ardenness are usually recommended for elderly people.

Belgian Malinois vs Bouvier des Ardennes As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? 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 a Bouvier des Ardennes? 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 a Bouvier des Ardennes? 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 a Bouvier des Ardennes? 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 a Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bouvier des Ardennes breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Belgian Malinois or a Bouvier des Ardennes? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Belgian Malinois and Bouvier des Ardennes. 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 Bouvier des Ardennes Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Belgian Malinois and Bouvier des Ardennes. Which has larger litters?	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Belgian Malinois and Bouvier des Ardennes breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Belgian Malinois and Bouvier des Ardennes. 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 Bouvier des Ardennes Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Belgian Malinois and Bouvier des Ardennes. 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 Bouvier des Ardennes. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Belgian Malinois and Bouvier des Ardennes. 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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