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Compare Belgian Malinois and Vizsla. Which is better: Belgian Malinois or Vizsla or Dachshund?
Name | Belgian Malinois | Vizsla | Dachshund |
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Group | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Gun Dog | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 44 | 30 | 13 |
Reviews | 10 | 8 | 7 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund breeds. | Malinois |
Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla |
Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Belgian Malinois vs Vizsla vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which breed is the largest? | Large | Large | Small |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) | Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) | Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) | Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) | Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Belgian Malinois or Vizsla or Dachshund? Belgian Malinois vs Vizsla vs Dachshund height comparison: | Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) | Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 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 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm) |
Belgian Malinois vs Vizsla vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1200-$1400 | $800-$1200 | $500-$700 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Belgian Malinois or Vizsla or Dachshund? | Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get. |
Belgian Malinois vs Vizsla vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which breed ranks highest? | Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. | Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. | 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, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which is easiest to train? | Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train. | Vizsla dogs are easy to train. | Dachshund dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which breed is most alert? | Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. | Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which breed is most protective? | Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory. | Vizsla dogs are average defenders. | Dachshund dogs are average defenders. |
Belgian Malinois vs Vizsla vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund? Compare temperaments. |
Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working |
Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered |
Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Belgian Malinois vs Vizsla vs Dachshund? | Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. | High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Belgian Malinois vs Vizsla vs Dachshund social needs comparison: | Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed. | Vizsla dogs are a social breed. | Dachshund dogs are a social breed. |
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. | Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. |
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. | Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Belgian Malinois vs Vizsla vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which breed is most vocal? | Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed. | Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. | A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which breed is most playful? | The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. | The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. | Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. 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. | It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home. | Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed. |
Belgian Malinois vs Vizsla vs Dachshund Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which breed is most flexible? | Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Malinois or Vizsla or Dachshund? | 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. | Vizsla 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. | Dachshund 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 Vizsla vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which uses mouth most during play? | Belgian Malinois dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Vizsla bite force: Ordinary. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak. |
Belgian Malinois vs Vizsla vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which breed lives longest? |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years |
10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. 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. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. 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. | The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Dachshund 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. |
Average The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Dachshund 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 Vizsla vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Malinois vs Vizsla vs Dachshund health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia | Hip Dysplasia Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis |
Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy |
Belgian Malinois vs Vizsla vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which breed is most active? | Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs. | Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs. | Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Belgian Malinois vs Vizsla vs Dachshund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Belgian Malinois or Vizsla or Dachshund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises. | Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises. | Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Belgian Malinois or Vizsla or Dachshund? | Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep. | Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep. | Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Belgian Malinois vs Vizsla vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which is most prone to obesity? | Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. | High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which needs most food? | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Belgian Malinois vs Vizsla vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. What colors are available? |
Black Cream Fawn Brindle | Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold |
Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which requires most maintenance? | Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. | Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. | Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which drools least? | The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Weather-resistant Straight |
Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat | Fine |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which requires most frequent baths? | 8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Belgian Malinois or Vizsla or Dachshund? Belgian Malinois or Vizsla or {name3 shedding: | Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately. | Vizsla dogs shed moderately. | Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. |
Belgian Malinois vs Vizsla vs Dachshund Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which is best with kids? | Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets. | Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets. | Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Malinois or Vizsla or Dachshund? Which dog is more friendly? | Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Malinois or Vizsla or Dachshund? | Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Malinois or Vizsla or Dachshund? | Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Belgian Malinois vs Vizsla vs Dachshund? |
Yes Belgian Malinois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Dachshund 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 Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Dachshund 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. | Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people. | Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people. |
Belgian Malinois vs Vizsla vs Dachshund As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which is best suited for service work? | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | 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, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which has best nose work ability? | 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. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which is best for SAR work? | 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. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. 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 Vizsla vs Dachshund Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Which has most puppies? | 6-10 puppies | 6-8 puppies | 4-8 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Belgian Malinois vs Vizsla vs Dachshund Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. 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 Dachshunds group, in the section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Belgian Malinois, Vizsla, and Dachshund. 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 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 Canadian Canine Registry |
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