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East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika Comparison - Dog breed selector: Vostotchno-Sibirskaia Laika or Malinois or Zapadno-Sibirskaia Laika? Find the right dog for you

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Name East Siberian Laika Belgian Malinois West Siberian Laika
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika breeds.
Vostotchno-Sibirskaia Laika Malinois Zapadno-Sibirskaia Laika
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika? Compare adult weight ranges.
45-55 pounds (20-24 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) Male: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg), Female: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
50 pounds (22 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg), Female: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height
Which is taller, East Siberian Laika or Belgian Malinois or West Siberian Laika? East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika height comparison:
Male: 22–26 inches (55–66 cm), Female: 20–24 inches (51–60 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 22–26 inches (55–66 cm), Female: 20–24 inches (51–60 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $1200-$1400 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, East Siberian Laika or Belgian Malinois or West Siberian Laika?
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.
Average: The West Siberian Laika is a commonly available dog breed.

East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: East Siberian Laika is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which is easiest to train?
East Siberian Laika dogs are very easy to train.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train.
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West Siberian Laika dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which breed is most alert?
East Siberian Laika dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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West Siberian Laika dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which breed is most protective?
East Siberian Laika dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory.
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West Siberian Laika dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika? Compare temperaments.
Protective
Loyal
Outright
Tempered
Aggressive
Fearless
Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Confident
Friendly
Watchful
Hard working
Protective
Territorial
Lively
Aggressive
Balanced
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: East Siberian Laika dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: West Siberian Laika dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika?
High: East Siberian Laika dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: West Siberian Laika dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika social needs comparison:
East Siberian Laika dogs are a social breed.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed.
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West Siberian Laika dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the East Siberian Laika is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home.
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West Siberian Laika dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
East Siberian Laika dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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.
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West Siberian Laika 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.
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East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The East Siberian Laika rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The West Siberian Laika rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which breed is most playful?
The East Siberian Laika is a highly playful breed.
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The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed.
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Average: West Siberian Laikas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the East Siberian Laika 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.
It is not recommended to keep the West Siberian Laika breed in the home.

East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which breed is most flexible?
East Siberian Laika dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
West Siberian Laika dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: East Siberian Laika or Belgian Malinois or West Siberian Laika?
East Siberian Laika 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.
West Siberian Laika dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The East Siberian Laika has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The West Siberian Laika has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which uses mouth most during play?
East Siberian Laika dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Belgian Malinois dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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West Siberian Laika dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

East Siberian Laika bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

West Siberian Laika bite force: Ordinary.

East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of East Siberian Laika: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of West Siberian Laika: 15 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The East Siberian Laika can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers cold weather
The West Siberian Laika can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which has fewer health issues?
Very healthy dog breed.
The Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
West Siberian Laikas tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The East Siberian Laika 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.
Frequent
The West Siberian Laika should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
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East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which breed is most active?
East Siberian Laika dogs are high-energy dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.
West Siberian Laika dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: East Siberian Laika or Belgian Malinois or West Siberian Laika? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
East Siberian Laika dogs need a lot of exercises.
Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.
West Siberian Laika dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: East Siberian Laika or Belgian Malinois or West Siberian Laika?
East Siberian Laika dogs don't need too much sleep.
Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.
West Siberian Laika dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The East Siberian Laika has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The West Siberian Laika has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which needs most food?
2.5 to 4 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. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. What colors are available?
Black
White
Brown
Grey
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Gray
White
Sable
Pepper
Salt
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The East Siberian Laika doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The West Siberian Laika requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which drools least?
The East Siberian Laika is an average drooler.
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The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The West Siberian Laika is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The East Siberian Laika has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The West Siberian Laika has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Thick
Straight
Double
Harsh
Coarse
Weather-resistant
Straight
Soft
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more East Siberian Laika or Belgian Malinois or West Siberian Laika? East Siberian Laika or Belgian Malinois or {name3 shedding:
East Siberian Laika dogs shed above average.
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Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately.
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West Siberian Laika dogs shed moderately.
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East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which is best with kids?
East Siberian Laika dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
West Siberian Laika dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
East Siberian Laika dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.
West Siberian Laika dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly East Siberian Laika or Belgian Malinois or West Siberian Laika? Which dog is more friendly?
East Siberian Laika dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
West Siberian Laika dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly East Siberian Laika or Belgian Malinois or West Siberian Laika?
East Siberian Laika dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.
West Siberian Laika dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly East Siberian Laika or Belgian Malinois or West Siberian Laika?
East Siberian Laika dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
West Siberian Laika dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika?
Yes
East Siberian Laika 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.
Yes
West Siberian Laika dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
East Siberian Laika is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Belgian Malinois is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
West Siberian Laika is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
East Siberian Laikas are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.
West Siberian Laikas are usually recommended for elderly people.

East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

East Siberian Laika breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

West Siberian Laika breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which has most military use?

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.

East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which has most puppies?
3-5 puppies 6-10 puppies 6-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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East Siberian Laika vs Belgian Malinois vs West Siberian Laika Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of East Siberian Laika, Belgian Malinois, and West Siberian Laika. Which has most recognition?
No data available 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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