Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Comparison – Which dog is better Doberman or Malinois?

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Name	Doberman Pinscher	Belgian Malinois
Origins	Germany	Belgium
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	16	44
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	Malinois
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? Is the Doberman Pinscher bigger than the Belgian Malinois breed? Is a Doberman Pinscher smaller than a Belgian Malinois?	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois weight comparison:	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 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: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? Is a Doberman Pinscher taller than a Belgian Malinois?	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 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: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Doberman Pinscher and Belgian Malinois?	$800-$1000	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois?	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois smarter? Which is best? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois intelligence:	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois trainability comparison. What's the difference between Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois?	Doberman Pinscher 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: Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois?	Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois?	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois?	High: Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois social needs comparison:	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. 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 Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois?	Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. 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

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois playfulness comparison:	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois?	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois?	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher 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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Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher 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 Is a Doberman Pinscher more dangerous than a Belgian Malinois?	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois mouthiness comparison:	Doberman Pinscher 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.

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois health comparison. Which is the healthier: Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois?	Doberman Pinschers 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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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois?	Rare The Doberman Pinscher 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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Life Expectancy Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois lifespan comparison. How long do Doberman Pinscher and Belgian Malinois breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Doberman Pinscher and Belgian Malinois?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 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: Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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.

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois energy level comparison:	Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois?	Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? Does the Doberman Pinscher breed eat more than the Belgian Malinois breed?	5 to 6 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? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois coat comparison:	Fine	Weather-resistant Straight
Colors What are the original Doberman Pinscher and Belgian Malinois color? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois color comparison:	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Black Cream Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? Do Doberman Pinscher dogs shed more than Belgian Malinois dogs?	Doberman Pinscher 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: Doberman Pinscher 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.
Hypoallergenic Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois?	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher 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? What's the difference between Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois?	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.	The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is more friendly?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois?	Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois?	Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? Can a Doberman Pinscher and a Belgian Malinois be friends? Do Doberman Pinscher dogs get along with Belgian Malinois dogs?	Doberman Pinscher 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: Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois?	Yes Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher 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?	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.

Doberman Pinscher 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Doberman Pinscher 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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois?	Not really Doberman Pinscher 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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Doberman Pinscher and Belgian Malinois have? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois litter size comparison:	6-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	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 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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George
Dec 16, 2019, 4:48:24 AM:
Lots of incorrect and contradicting information.
Stuart
Dec 23, 2019, 8:31:14 AM:
I am with George...some of this stuff is incorrect. Both Malinois and Dobermans have historically been used in the military. Dobermans were used for fighting a while back. Both breeds do therapy work, and Dobermans can have a prey drive.
Zaneta Petroska
Feb 17, 2021, 8:24:54 PM:
Belgian Malinois it’s better than Dobermans in every case incorrect information