Boxer vs Belgian Malinois Comparison – Which dog is better Deutscher Boxer or Malinois?

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Name	Boxer	Belgian Malinois
Origins	Germany	Belgium
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Boxer and Belgian Malinois. What other names are these breeds known by?	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	Malinois
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Boxer and a Belgian Malinois. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Boxer and a Belgian Malinois. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 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: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boxer or Belgian Malinois? Is a Boxer taller than a Belgian Malinois?	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: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Boxer and a Belgian Malinois. Which breed costs more?	$600-$1200	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Boxer or Belgian Malinois?	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare training requirements.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare alertness levels.	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare territorial behaviors.	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Boxer vs Belgian Malinois Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Boxer and a Belgian Malinois. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Boxer vs Belgian Malinois?	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: Boxer vs Belgian Malinois?	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Boxer vs Belgian Malinois social needs comparison:	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Boxer vs Belgian Malinois?	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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? What's the difference between Boxer vs Belgian Malinois? Which can be better for hunting?	Boxer 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

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare play drive and energy.	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare living space needs.	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.	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.
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Boxer vs Belgian Malinois Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare adaptability levels.	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Boxer or Belgian Malinois?	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Boxer 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer 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

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Boxer and a Belgian Malinois. Which breed is healthier?	The Boxer 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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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Boxer vs Belgian Malinois?	Average The Boxer 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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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boxer vs Belgian Malinois? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boxer vs Belgian Malinois health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare activity levels.	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boxer vs Belgian Malinois exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boxer or Belgian Malinois? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boxer or Belgian Malinois?	Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Boxer vs Belgian Malinois Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 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.
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Boxer vs Belgian Malinois Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Boxer and Belgian Malinois? Compare breed colors.	White Fawn Brindle	Black Cream Fawn Brindle
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare drooling amounts.	The Boxer 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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Boxer and a Belgian Malinois? Compare fur types.	Waterproof	Weather-resistant Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boxer or Belgian Malinois? Do Boxer dogs shed more than Belgian Malinois dogs?	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare kid-friendliness.	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.	Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boxer or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is more friendly?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boxer or Belgian Malinois?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boxer or Belgian Malinois? Can a Boxer and a Belgian Malinois be friends? Do Boxer dogs get along with Belgian Malinois dogs?	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Boxer vs Belgian Malinois?	Yes Boxer 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 Boxer 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?	Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare therapy capabilities.	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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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Boxer 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.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Boxer or a Belgian Malinois? Compare draft work capabilities.	Yes 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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Boxer and Belgian Malinois. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Boxer and Belgian Malinois. Which has larger litters?	2-10 puppies, average 6	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Boxer and Belgian Malinois breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Boxer and Belgian Malinois. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Boxer and Belgian Malinois. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Boxer and Belgian Malinois. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Boxer and Belgian Malinois. Which is more widely recognized?	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	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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Addie
Sep 13, 2019, 8:37:53 PM:
The boxer is very useful for manny things I think they should be in the service dog section and they would be great for the military