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Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Malinois or Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or English Greyhound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Belgian Malinois German Shorthaired Pointer Greyhound
OriginsBelgium flagBelgium Germany flagGermany United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Gun Dog Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound breeds.
Malinois Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
English Greyhound
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large
Medium
Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Belgian Malinois or German Shorthaired Pointer or Greyhound? Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound height comparison:
Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)

Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1200-$1400 $600-$800 $500-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Belgian Malinois or German Shorthaired Pointer or Greyhound?
Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.

Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which is easiest to train?
Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which breed is most alert?
Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which breed is most protective?
Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound? Compare temperaments.
Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Confident
Friendly
Watchful
Hard working
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Quiet
Athletic
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound?
Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound social needs comparison:
Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? 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.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which breed is most vocal?
Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which breed is most playful?
The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.

Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which breed is most flexible?
Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Malinois or German Shorthaired Pointer or Greyhound?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which uses mouth most during play?
Belgian Malinois dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.

Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which has fewer health issues?
The Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Osteoarthritis
Sensitivity To Anesthesia
Osteosarcoma
Alopecia
Cold Intolerance
Pannus
Musculoskeletal Injuries
Vitreous Degeneration

Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which breed is most active?
Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Belgian Malinois or German Shorthaired Pointer or Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Belgian Malinois or German Shorthaired Pointer or Greyhound?
Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which needs most food?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. What colors are available?
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which drools least?
The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Weather-resistant
Straight
Dense Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which requires most frequent baths?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Belgian Malinois or German Shorthaired Pointer or Greyhound? Belgian Malinois or German Shorthaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:
Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which is best with kids?
Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Malinois or German Shorthaired Pointer or Greyhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Malinois or German Shorthaired Pointer or Greyhound?
Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Malinois or German Shorthaired Pointer or Greyhound?
Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound?
Yes
Belgian Malinois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Greyhound 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
German Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Greyhound 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.
German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which is best suited for service work?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which has best nose work ability?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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
Compare search and rescue potential between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which is best for SAR work?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which has most military use?

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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which has most puppies?
6-10 puppies 7-12 puppies 1-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Belgian Malinois vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Belgian Malinois, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Greyhound. Which has most recognition?
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 Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
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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