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Name	Belgian Malinois	Labradoodle	Australian Shepherd
Origins	Belgium	Australia	United States
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Malinois	No data available	Little Blue Dog Aussie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Labradoodle? Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd weight comparison:	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 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)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd? Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1400	$1000-$2000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd intelligence:	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Labradoodle dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd trainability comparison.	Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd? Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working	Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd?	Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Labradoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:	Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.	Labradoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
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. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
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. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Australian Shepherd 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 Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd playfulness comparison:	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd?	Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	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 Labradoodle 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 Australian Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Labradoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	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.	Labradoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Australian Shepherd 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 Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labradoodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 Labradoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	Belgian Malinois dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd?	The Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Canine Diabetes Mellitus	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Veterinarian Visits 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 Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Belgian Malinois, Labradoodle and Australian Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd? Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd energy level comparison:	Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are high-energy dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.	Labradoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.	Labradoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	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 Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd coat comparison:	Weather-resistant Straight	Fine Variety of coat types	Feathered
Colors What are the original Belgian Malinois, Labradoodle and Australian Shepherd color?	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Black Blue Cream Silver Chocolate Gold Apricot Caramel Chalky white Café Parchment They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.	Black Red Blue Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd? Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd grooming comparison:	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd? Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or {name3 shedding:	Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labradoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.	Labradoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Labradoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd?	Yes Belgian Malinois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labradoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Shepherd 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 Labradoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Shepherd 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.	Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Belgian Malinois or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd?	Not really Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labradoodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	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.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Belgian Malinois and Labradoodle and Australian Shepherd have?	6-10 puppies	4-10 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7
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Belgian Malinois vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
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	Australian Labradoodle Association International Australian Labradoodle Association	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America

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