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Name	German Malinois	Blue Heeler	Belusky
Origins	Germany Belgium	Australia	Belgium Russia
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky breeds.	No data available	Australian Cattle Dog Cattle Dog Queensland Heeler Red Heeler	No data available
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky? Compare their breeding categories.	Cross Breed	Purebred	Cross Breed

German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Malinois or Blue Heeler or Belusky? German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 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 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$2000	$400-$800	$700-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, German Malinois or Blue Heeler or Belusky?	Very frequent: The German Malinois is quite easy to get.	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 Belusky is quite easy to get.

German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: German Malinois is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Blue Heeler dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Belusky dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which is easiest to train?	German Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Belusky dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which breed is most alert?	German Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Belusky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which breed is most protective?	German Malinois dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Belusky dogs are average defenders. See more.
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German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky? Compare temperaments.	Active Curious Stubborn Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Obedient Loyal Watchful Hard working	Active Protective Alert Intelligent Hard working Resourceful	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Gentle Watchful Hard working
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: German Malinois 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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky?	Average to High: German Malinois dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Belusky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky social needs comparison:	German Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Belusky dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	German Malinois dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Blue Heeler is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Belusky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	German Malinois dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Belusky 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

German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The German Malinois barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Blue Heeler rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Belusky is a vocal breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which breed is most playful?	The German Malinois is a playful breed. See more.	The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Belusky is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 German Malinois indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler 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 Belusky indoors.
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German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which breed is most flexible?	German Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Blue Heeler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Belusky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: German Malinois or Blue Heeler or Belusky?	German 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.	Blue Heeler dogs handle alone time quite well.	Belusky 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.

German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The German Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Blue Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Belusky has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which uses mouth most during play?	German Malinois dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Belusky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Malinois bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Blue Heeler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Belusky bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Malinois: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belusky: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which handles climate changes best?	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.	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 health problems common in German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which has fewer health issues?	German Malinoiss are commonly healthy dogs.	Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Belusky 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?	Rare The German Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Blue Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Belusky 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: German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Corneal Dystrophy

German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which breed is most active?	German Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.	Blue Heeler dogs are high-energy dogs.	Belusky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Malinois or Blue Heeler or Belusky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.	Blue Heeler dogs need a lot of exercises.	Belusky dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Malinois or Blue Heeler or Belusky?	German Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.	Blue Heeler dogs don't need too much sleep.	Belusky dogs don't need too much sleep.
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German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The German Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Belusky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which needs most food?	3 to 4 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.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red Cream Silver Fawn Brindle	Blue Red speckled Blue speckled Blue Mottled Red Mottled	Black Gray Red Cream White Fawn Sable Brindle Agouti
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The German Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Belusky requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which drools least?	The German Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Blue Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Belusky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The German Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Belusky has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fuzzy Weather-resistant Straight	Dense	Fluffy Weather-resistant Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which requires most frequent baths?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 German Malinois or Blue Heeler or Belusky? German Malinois or Blue Heeler or {name3 shedding:	German Malinois dogs shed above average. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Belusky dogs shed above average. See more.
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German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky Good With Comparison

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

German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	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 Compare therapy dog potential between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which excels in therapy work?	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which has best nose work ability?	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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really German Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Blue Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Belusky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. 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.

German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which has most puppies?	6-10 puppies	1-7 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. What's recommended?	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.

German Malinois vs Blue Heeler vs Belusky Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of German Malinois, Blue Heeler, and Belusky. Which has most recognition?	No data available	No data available	No data available

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