Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso Comparison – Which dog is better Malinois or Cane Di Macellaio?

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Name	Belgian Malinois	Cane Corso
Origins	Belgium	Italy
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	44	37
Reviews	10	6
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Belgian Malinois and Cane Corso. What other names are these breeds known by?	Malinois	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Belgian Malinois and a Cane Corso. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Belgian Malinois or a Cane Corso? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Belgian Malinois and a Cane Corso. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Belgian Malinois or Cane Corso? Is a Belgian Malinois taller than a Cane Corso?	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)

Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Belgian Malinois and a Cane Corso. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$1400	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Belgian Malinois or Cane Corso?	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.

Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Belgian Malinois and a Cane Corso. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Cane Corso dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso?	Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso social needs comparison:	Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.	Cane Corso 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 Cane Corso?	The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Cane Corso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso? 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.	Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Belgian Malinois or a Cane Corso? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal. See more.
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Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Belgian Malinois or a Cane Corso? Compare play drive and energy.	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Cane Corsos, 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 Cane Corso? 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 recommended to keep the Cane Corso breed in the home.
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Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Belgian Malinois or a Cane Corso? Compare adaptability levels.	Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Malinois or Cane Corso?	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.	Cane Corso 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 Cane Corso Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Belgian Malinois or a Cane Corso? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Belgian Malinois or a Cane Corso? 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 a Cane Corso. 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.	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso?	Average The Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange

Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Belgian Malinois or a Cane Corso? Compare activity levels.	Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.	Cane Corso 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 Cane Corso exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Belgian Malinois or Cane Corso? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.	Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Belgian Malinois or Cane Corso?	Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.	Cane Corso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Belgian Malinois or a Cane Corso? 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 Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Belgian Malinois or a Cane Corso? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: If you are feeding a high-quality dry food, your Corso will probably eat 4 to 5 cups a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Belgian Malinois or a Cane Corso? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Belgian Malinois and Cane Corso? Compare breed colors.	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Belgian Malinois or a Cane Corso? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Belgian Malinois or a Cane Corso? Compare drooling amounts.	The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cane Corso 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 a Cane Corso? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Belgian Malinois and a Cane Corso? Compare fur types.	Weather-resistant Straight	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Belgian Malinois or a Cane Corso? 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 Cane Corso? Do Belgian Malinois dogs shed more than Cane Corso dogs?	Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately. See more.	Cane Corso dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Belgian Malinois or a Cane Corso? Compare kid-friendliness.	Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.	Cane Corso dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Malinois or Cane Corso? Which dog is more friendly?	Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
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 Cane Corso?	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Malinois or Cane Corso? Can a Belgian Malinois and a Cane Corso be friends? Do Belgian Malinois dogs get along with Cane Corso dogs?	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso?	Yes Belgian Malinois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Cane Corso dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Belgian Malinois is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cane Corso 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.	Cane Corsos are commonly okay with elderly people.

Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Belgian Malinois or a Cane Corso? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Belgian Malinois or a Cane Corso? 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 Cane Corso? 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 Cane Corso? 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 Cane Corso? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cane Corso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Belgian Malinois or a Cane Corso? 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 Cane Corso. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Belgian Malinois vs Cane Corso Reproducibility Comparison

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

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Belgian Malinois and Cane Corso. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Belgian Malinois and Cane Corso. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Belgian Malinois and Cane Corso. 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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club

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Dave Hamilton
Dec 13, 2019, 7:36:53 AM:
Cane Corso is a superior dog bite force, strength, loyalty best breed of dog ever
Mal Owner
Dec 31, 2020, 3:39:27 PM:
The Belgian Malinois is the superior dog here, just ask SEAL Team Six.
Davy
Dec 30, 2023, 4:33:38 PM:
Malinois aint good gor first times owner!!!!!!!!!