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Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois Comparison - Dog breed selector: Jack or English Beagle or Malinois? Find the right dog for you

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Name Jack Russell Terrier Beagle Belgian Malinois
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Group Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Jack
Russell Terrier
English Beagle Malinois
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois? Which is the smallest dog, Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois?
Small Small Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Beagle? Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois weight comparison:
11-18 pounds (5-8 kg) Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 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?
14.5 pounds (6.5 kg) Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois? Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois height comparison:
8-15 inches (20-38 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 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?
11.5 inches (29 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois? Which is more expensive?
$700-$1000 $500-$800 $1200-$1400
Availability
Which is easier to get, Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois?
Very frequent: The Jack Russell Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois intelligence:
Very smart: Jack Russell Terrier is an excellent dog breed.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois trainability comparison.
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Beagle dogs are easy to train.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois? Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois behavior/temperament comparison:
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Cheerful
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Confident
Friendly
Watchful
Hard working
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois?
High: Jack Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Beagle 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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Social Needs
Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois social needs comparison:
Jack Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Jack Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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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Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois playfulness comparison:
The Jack Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Beagle is a highly playful breed.
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The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois?
A lot: Jack Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jack Russell Terrier breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Belgian Malinois indoors.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Beagle 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: Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Jack Russell Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Beagle bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Jack Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois mouthiness comparison:
Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Beagle dogs have an 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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Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois health comparison. Which is the healthier: Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois?
The Jack Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois health problems comparison:
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Beagle Dwarfism
Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Jack Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois lifespan comparison. How long do Jack Russell Terrier, Beagle and Belgian Malinois breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier: 14 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois? Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois energy level comparison:
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois?
1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 1.5 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Russell Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois coat comparison:
Rough Dense Weather-resistant
Straight
Colors
What are the original Jack Russell Terrier, Beagle and Belgian Malinois color?
Black
Tan
White
Black
Tan
Red
White
Tricolor
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois? Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Jack Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois? Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or {name3 shedding:
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are heavy shedders.
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Beagle dogs shed moderately.
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Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Hypoallergenic
Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois?

Medium

The Jack Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Beagle has a high 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?
The Jack Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is more friendly?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois?
Yes
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Beagle 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
Jack Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Beagle 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?
Jack Russell Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle 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.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Jack Russell Terrier or Beagle or Belgian Malinois? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

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

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois?

Yes

Jack Russell Terrier breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Beagle breed usually likes 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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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.
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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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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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois 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.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Jack Russell Terrier and Beagle and Belgian Malinois have?
4-8 puppies 2-14 puppies, average 7 6-10 puppies

Jack Russell Terrier vs Beagle vs Belgian Malinois Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound 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 Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds 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
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
Irish Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers
Jack Russell Terrier Club Of America
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

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