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Name	Belgian Malinois	Lurcher	Pomeranian
Origins	Belgium	United Kingdom	Germany Poland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Malinois	Poacher's Dog Long Haired Lurcher	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Belgian Malinois or Lurcher or Pomeranian? Which is the smallest dog, Belgian Malinois or Lurcher or Pomeranian?	Large	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Belgian Malinois or Lurcher or Lurcher? Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian weight comparison:	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	5 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, Belgian Malinois or Lurcher or Pomeranian? Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	22-28 inches (55-71 cm)	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	25 inches (63 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Belgian Malinois or Lurcher or Pomeranian? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1400	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Belgian Malinois or Lurcher or Pomeranian?	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.

Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian intelligence:	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian trainability comparison.	Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Lurcher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Belgian Malinois or Lurcher or Pomeranian?	Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Lurcher dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Belgian Malinois or Lurcher or Pomeranian? 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.	Lurcher dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Belgian Malinois or Lurcher or Pomeranian? Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working	Funny Loving Affectionate	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian?	Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Lurcher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian social needs comparison:	Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.	Lurcher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Lurcher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Pomeranian 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.	Lurcher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Pomeranian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian playfulness comparison:	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Lurchers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian?	Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Lurcher barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. 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 Lurcher or Pomeranian?	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 Lurcher breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed.
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Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian 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.	Average: Lurcher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Pomeranian 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 Lurcher or Pomeranian?	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.	Pomeranian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian health comparison. Which is the healthier: Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian?	The Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Lurcher is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Pomeranian 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 Lurcher vs Pomeranian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	Bloat	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Seizures Dry Eye Heatstroke Heat Intolerance
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.	Average The Lurcher should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Pomeranian should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian lifespan comparison. How long do Belgian Malinois, Lurcher and Pomeranian 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 Lurcher: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pomeranian can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Belgian Malinois or Lurcher or Pomeranian?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Lurcher has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pomeranian's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian coat comparison:	Weather-resistant Straight	Thick Smooth Straight	Fluffy
Colors What are the original Belgian Malinois, Lurcher and Pomeranian color?	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Any	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Belgian Malinois or Lurcher or Pomeranian? Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian grooming comparison:	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Lurcher requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Belgian Malinois or Lurcher or Pomeranian? Belgian Malinois or Lurcher or {name3 shedding:	Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately. See more.	Lurcher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Belgian Malinois or Lurcher or Pomeranian?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks 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.
Hypoallergenic Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No 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 Lurcher vs Pomeranian?	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Lurcher has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian 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 Lurcher is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pomeranian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.	Lurcher dogs are generally with other pets.	Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Malinois or Lurcher or Pomeranian? Which dog is more friendly?	Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Lurcher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Pomeranian 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 Lurcher or Pomeranian?	Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Lurcher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Malinois or Lurcher or Pomeranian?	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Lurcher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Malinois or Lurcher or Pomeranian?	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Lurcher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian?	Yes Belgian Malinois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Lurcher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pomeranian 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 Lurcher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pomeranian 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.	Lurchers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pomeranians are not the best breed for elderly people.

Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Belgian Malinois or Lurcher or Pomeranian? Which is better for autism?	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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Lurcher vs Pomeranian?	Not really Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Lurcher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pomeranian 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 Lurcher vs Pomeranian 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 Lurcher and Pomeranian have?	6-10 puppies	3-5 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher vs Pomeranian 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 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz 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	Dog Registry of America Inc.	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Canadian Canine Registry

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