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Name	Belgian Malinois	Rottweiler	Leonberger
Origins	Belgium	Germany	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	44	8	100
Reviews	3	11	3
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Malinois	Rott Rottie	Gentle Giant Gentle Lion Leonbergi Leo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Belgian Malinois or Rottweiler or Leonberger? Which is the smallest dog, Belgian Malinois or Rottweiler or Leonberger?	Large	Large Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Belgian Malinois or Rottweiler or Rottweiler? Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger weight comparison:	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Belgian Malinois or Rottweiler or Leonberger? Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)

Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Belgian Malinois or Rottweiler or Leonberger? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1400	$1200-$2000	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Belgian Malinois or Rottweiler or Leonberger?	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.

Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger intelligence:	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. 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 Rottweiler vs Leonberger trainability comparison.	Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Belgian Malinois or Rottweiler or Leonberger?	Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Belgian Malinois or Rottweiler or Leonberger? 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.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Belgian Malinois or Rottweiler or Leonberger? Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Loving Obedient Loyal Fearless Companionable Adaptable
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.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger?	Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Leonberger 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 Rottweiler vs Leonberger social needs comparison:	Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Leonberger 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.	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Leonberger 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 Rottweiler vs Leonberger Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger playfulness comparison:	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Leonberger is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger?	Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal. 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 Rottweiler or Leonberger?	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 Rottweiler indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.
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Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger 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: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Leonberger dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Malinois or Rottweiler or Leonberger?	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.	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger health comparison. Which is the healthier: Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger?	The Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Bloat Entropion Inherited Polyneuropathy Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Eosinophilic Panosteitis
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 Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger lifespan comparison. How long do Belgian Malinois, Rottweiler and Leonberger breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger?	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 cold weather The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Belgian Malinois or Rottweiler or Leonberger?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups 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 Rottweiler vs Leonberger weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger coat comparison:	Weather-resistant Straight	Dense	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Belgian Malinois, Rottweiler and Leonberger color?	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Red Brown Yellow Sandy Reddish Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Belgian Malinois or Rottweiler or Leonberger? Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger grooming comparison:	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Belgian Malinois or Rottweiler or Leonberger? Belgian Malinois or Rottweiler or {name3 shedding:	Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Belgian Malinois or Rottweiler or Leonberger?	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.	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 Rottweiler vs Leonberger 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 Rottweiler vs Leonberger?	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Leonberger 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 Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Leonberger is an average drooler. See more.

Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger Good With Comparison

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

Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger 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 Rottweiler or Leonberger? 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 Rottweiler vs Leonberger?	Not really Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Leonberger 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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger 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 Rottweiler and Leonberger have?	6-10 puppies	8-12 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Belgian Malinois vs Rottweiler vs Leonberger 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 1931 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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 United Kennel Club Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler 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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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