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Name	Belgian Sheepdog	Dutch Shepherd Dog	Belgian Malinois
Origins	Belgium	Netherlands	Belgium
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	120	525	44
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chien De Berger Belge Groenendael	Hollandse Herder Dutch Shepherd Dog	Malinois
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Belgian Sheepdog or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois? Which is the smallest dog, Belgian Sheepdog or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Belgian Sheepdog or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Dutch Shepherd Dog? Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois weight comparison:	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 61-70 pounds (27-31 kg) Female: 52-61 pounds (23-27 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 65.5 pounds (29 kg) Female: 56.5 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Belgian Sheepdog or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois? Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (60 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Belgian Sheepdog or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1400	$1000-$1200	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Belgian Sheepdog or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois?	Frequent: The Belgian Sheepdog is easier than average 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 Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Belgian Sheepdog or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois? Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Intelligent Confident Friendly Hard Working Watchful	Alert Affectionate Obedient Reliable Loyal Trainable	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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 Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois?	Average to High: Belgian Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois social needs comparison:	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Belgian Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog 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.	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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois playfulness comparison:	The Belgian Sheepdog is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Dutch Shepherd Dog is a playful breed. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois?	A lot: Belgian Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Dutch Shepherd Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Belgian Malinois 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 Sheepdog or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois?	It is not recommended to keep the Belgian Sheepdog breed in the home.	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 Dutch Shepherd Dog 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 Belgian Malinois indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Belgian Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Sheepdog or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois?	Belgian Sheepdog 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.	Dutch Shepherd Dog 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 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 Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois health comparison. Which is the healthier: Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois?	The Belgian Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Dutch Shepherd Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Belgian Malinois 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 Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Hyperthyroidism	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Belgian Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Dutch Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois lifespan comparison. How long do Belgian Sheepdog, Dutch Shepherd Dog and Belgian Malinois breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Sheepdog: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dutch Shepherd Dog: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Belgian Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.	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 Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Belgian Sheepdog or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois?	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	3 to 4.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Belgian Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Dutch Shepherd Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois coat comparison:	Soft Thick	Wiry	Weather-resistant Straight
Colors What are the original Belgian Sheepdog, Dutch Shepherd Dog and Belgian Malinois color?	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Blue Silver Yellow Brindle Golden Grey Salt & Pepper	Black Cream Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Belgian Sheepdog or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois? Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois grooming comparison:	Average: The Belgian Sheepdog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dutch Shepherd Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Belgian Sheepdog or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois? Belgian Sheepdog or Dutch Shepherd Dog or {name3 shedding:	Belgian Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Belgian Malinois 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 Sheepdog or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois 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 Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois?	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Dutch Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Belgian Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dutch Shepherd Dog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is more friendly?	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Belgian Malinois 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 Sheepdog or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois?	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois?	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois?	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois?	Yes Belgian Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Belgian Malinois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Belgian Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dutch Shepherd Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Belgian Malinois is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Belgian Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Dutch Shepherd Dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.	Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used 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 Sheepdog or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois? 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.	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?	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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois?	Not really Belgian Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dutch Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Belgian Malinois 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 Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois 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 Sheepdog and Dutch Shepherd Dog and Belgian Malinois have?	6-10 puppies	6-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	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

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