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Name	Dalmatian	Belgian Malinois	Doberman Pinscher
Origins	Croatia	Belgium	Germany
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	63	44	16
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Carriage Dog Dally Firehouse Dog Plum Pudding Dog Spotted Coach Dog Dal	Malinois	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Which is more expensive?	$500-$600	$1200-$1400	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?	Very frequent: The Dalmatian is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.

Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Which is the smallest dog, Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Belgian Malinois? Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher weight comparison:	about 55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	about 55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher height comparison:	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher coat comparison:	Fine	Weather-resistant Straight	Fine
Colors What are the original Dalmatian, Belgian Malinois and Doberman Pinscher color?	White Liver Brown Black	Brindle Cream Fawn Black	Blue Red Tan Brown White Black
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Dalmatian requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or {name3 shedding:	Dalmatians are heavy shedders. See more.	Belgian Malinoiss shed moderately. See more.	Doberman Pinschers shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.

Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Friendly Outgoing Sensitive Energetic Intelligent Playful	Active Alert Confident Friendly Hard working Protective Stubborn Watchful	Alert Fearless Loyal Energetic Intelligent Obedient
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher intelligence:	Smart: Dalmatian's has great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher trainability comparison.	Dalmatians are quite easy to train. See more.	Belgian Malinoiss are very easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pinschers are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher playfulness comparison:	The Dalmatian is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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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. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Doberman Pinschers don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher?	High: Dalmatians are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinoiss may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Doberman Pinschers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher social needs comparison:	Dalmatians need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Belgian Malinoiss are a social breed. See more.	Doberman Pinschers need for social interaction is average. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher?	Average: The Dalmatian barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?	Dalmatians are average watchdogs. See more.	Belgian Malinoiss are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinschers are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Dalmatians are average defenders. See more.	Belgian Malinoiss strongly protect their territory. See more.	Doberman Pinschers are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Dalmatian has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Dalmatian bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher mouthiness comparison:	Dalmatians have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Belgian Malinoiss have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Doberman Pinschers have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Dalmatian is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Doberman Pinschers tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Dalmatians have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Belgian Malinoiss 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dalmatian 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.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Dalmatians adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Belgian Malinoiss adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Doberman Pinschers adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?	Dalmatians tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Belgian Malinoiss 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Good With Comparison

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

Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Health Comparison

Health Issues Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher?	Dalmatians 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.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher health problems comparison:	Allergies Deafness Hip Dysplasia Iris Sphincter Dysplasia Skin Allergies Urolithiasis	Elbow Dysplasia Epilepsy Eye Problems Hip Dysplasia	Cardiomyopathy Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Dalmatian 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.	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Dalmatian, Belgian Malinois and Doberman Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Dalmatian: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years
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Hypoallergenic Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher energy level comparison:	Dalmatians are high-energy dogs.	Belgian Malinoiss are high-energy dogs.	Doberman Pinschers have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Dalmatians need a lot of exercises.	Belgian Malinoiss need a lot of exercises.	Doberman Pinschers need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?	Dalmatians don't need too much sleep.	Belgian Malinoiss don't need too much sleep.	Doberman Pinschers sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 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.	5 to 6 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? Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Dalmatian'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.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher?	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.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher?	Low 🔽 The Dalmatian has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Dalmatian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Doberman Pinscher 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.

Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher 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: Dalmatian or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	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?	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.	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: Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher?	Not really Dalmatian 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.	Not really Doberman Pinscher 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher 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 Dalmatian and Belgian Malinois and Doberman Pinscher have?	6-9 puppies	6-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Dalmatian vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer 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	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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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