Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Comparison – Which dog is better Malinois or African Lion Hound?

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Name	Belgian Malinois	Rhodesian Ridgeback
Origins	Belgium	Zimbabwe
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	44	41
Reviews	3	6
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Malinois	African Lion Hound African Lion Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Belgian Malinois or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Is the Belgian Malinois bigger than the Rhodesian Ridgeback breed? Is a Belgian Malinois smaller than a Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Belgian Malinois or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback weight comparison:	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 80-90 pounds (36-41 kg), Female: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Belgian Malinois or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Is a Belgian Malinois taller than a Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Belgian Malinois or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Belgian Malinois and Rhodesian Ridgeback?	$1200-$1400	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Belgian Malinois or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rhodesian Ridgeback is quite easy to get.

Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Belgian Malinois or Rhodesian Ridgeback smarter? Which is best? Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback intelligence:	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback trainability comparison. What's the difference between Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Belgian Malinois or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Belgian Malinois or Rhodesian Ridgeback? 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.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Belgian Malinois or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working	Dignified Sensitive Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Mischievous
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	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 Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback social needs comparison:	Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback?	The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback? 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.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback playfulness comparison:	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback?	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 Rhodesian Ridgeback indoors.
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Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Malinois or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	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.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback health comparison. Which is the healthier: Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	The Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Dermoid Sinus Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Average The Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Rhodesian Ridgeback should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback lifespan comparison. How long do Belgian Malinois and Rhodesian Ridgeback breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Belgian Malinois and Rhodesian Ridgeback?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgeback: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	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.

Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Belgian Malinois or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Does the Belgian Malinois breed eat more than the Rhodesian Ridgeback breed?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 3/4 to 4 3/8 cups of a high-quality daily, 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback coat comparison:	Weather-resistant Straight	Dense
Colors What are the original Belgian Malinois and Rhodesian Ridgeback color? Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback color comparison:	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Gray Red White Golden Wheaten Copper
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Belgian Malinois or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback grooming comparison:	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Rhodesian Ridgeback requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Belgian Malinois or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Do Belgian Malinois dogs shed more than Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs?	Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs shed none to minimal. 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback?	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.
Hypoallergenic Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	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 or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Malinois or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which dog is more friendly?	Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Belgian Malinois or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Malinois or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Malinois or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Can a Belgian Malinois and a Rhodesian Ridgeback be friends? Do Belgian Malinois dogs get along with Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs?	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Yes Belgian Malinois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Rhodesian Ridgebacks are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Belgian Malinois or Rhodesian Ridgeback? 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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Not really Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	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 Rhodesian Ridgeback Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Belgian Malinois and Rhodesian Ridgeback have? Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback litter size comparison:	6-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1955 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds 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	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 Rhodesian Ridgeback Club Of The US

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german shepard
Apr 10, 2019, 8:43:24 PM:
Dereck
Feb 23, 2020, 10:16:21 PM:
These dogs are like twins. Especially when it comes to behavior and characteristics.