Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Comparison – Which dog is better Cane Di Macellaio or Malinois?

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Name	Cane Corso	Belgian Malinois
Origins	Italy	Belgium
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	37	44
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Cane Corso and Belgian Malinois. What other names are these breeds known by?	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz	Malinois
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Cane Corso and a Belgian Malinois. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Cane Corso and a Belgian Malinois. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 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: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois? Is a Cane Corso taller than a Belgian Malinois?	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 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: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Cane Corso and a Belgian Malinois. Which breed costs more?	$1500-$2000	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois?	Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.

Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence. 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 Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare training requirements.	Cane Corso dogs are 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 Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare alertness levels.	Cane Corso 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 Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare territorial behaviors.	Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Cane Corso and a Belgian Malinois. How do their temperaments differ?	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois?	Cane Corso 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: Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois?	Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois social needs comparison:	Cane Corso 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? What's the difference between Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois?	Cane Corso 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? What's the difference between Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois? Which can be better for hunting?	Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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

Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal. 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 Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso 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 Belgian Malinois indoors.
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Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare adaptability levels.	Cane Corso dogs don't 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: Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois?	Cane Corso 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.

Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare biting tendencies.	Moderate ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Cane Corso dogs have a higher 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 Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Cane Corso bite force: The Strongest.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare climate tolerances.	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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Cane Corso and a Belgian Malinois. Which breed is healthier?	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.	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: Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois?	Rare The Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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: Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia

Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare activity levels.	Cane Corso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need.	Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois?	Cane Corso 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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Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso'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 Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: If you are feeding a high-quality dry food, your Corso will probably eat 4 to 5 cups a day.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Cane Corso and Belgian Malinois? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut	Black Cream Fawn Brindle
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Cane Corso 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 Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare drooling amounts.	The Cane Corso 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 Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Cane Corso and a Belgian Malinois? Compare fur types.	Dense	Weather-resistant Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois? Do Cane Corso dogs shed more than Belgian Malinois dogs?	Cane Corso dogs shed moderately. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare kid-friendliness.	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cane Corso dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is more friendly?	Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois?	Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois? Can a Cane Corso and a Belgian Malinois be friends? Do Cane Corso dogs get along with Belgian Malinois dogs?	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois?	No Cane Corso dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn 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 Cane Corso 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?	Cane Corsos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Cane Corso 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 Cane Corso 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 Cane Corso 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 Cane Corso or a Belgian Malinois? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Cane Corso 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 Cane Corso 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 Cane Corso 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.

Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Cane Corso and Belgian Malinois. Which has larger litters?	4-6 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Cane Corso and Belgian Malinois breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Cane Corso 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.

Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Cane Corso and Belgian Malinois. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Cane Corso 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 Cane Corso and Belgian Malinois. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National 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

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Dave Hamilton
Dec 13, 2019, 7:36:53 AM:
Cane Corso is a superior dog bite force, strength, loyalty best breed of dog ever
Mal Owner
Dec 31, 2020, 3:39:27 PM:
The Belgian Malinois is the superior dog here, just ask SEAL Team Six.
Davy
Dec 30, 2023, 4:33:38 PM:
Malinois aint good gor first times owner!!!!!!!!!