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Name	Jagdterrier	French Bulldog	Belgian Malinois
Origins	Germany	England France	Belgium
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	German Hunt Terrier German Hunting Terrier German Jagdterrier Deutscher Jagdterrier	Bouledogue Français Frenchie	Malinois
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$2000-$4000	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois?	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 French Bulldog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.

Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois? Which is the smallest dog, Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois?	Medium	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or French Bulldog? Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois weight comparison:	20-22 pounds (9-10 kg)	18-30 pounds (8-14 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?	21 pounds (9.5 kg)	There are two weight classes of French Bulldog: 19 - 22 pounds (9 - 10 kg) and 22 - 28 pounds (10 - 13 kg). Over 28 pounds is a disqualification.	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois? Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois height comparison:	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)	13–16 inches (33–40 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?	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois coat comparison:	Smooth Wiry	Fine Smooth Short Close in texture	Weather-resistant Straight
Colors What are the original Jagdterrier, French Bulldog and Belgian Malinois color?	Yellow Tan Black	Brindle Cream Fawn White	Brindle Cream Fawn Black
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois? Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Jagdterrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The French Bulldog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois? Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or {name3 shedding:	Jagdterrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	French Bulldog dogs are low shedders. 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: Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.

Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois? Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois behavior/temperament comparison:	Adaptable Intelligent Sociable Courageous Reliable Strong Willed	Affectionate Alert Bright Keen Patient Playful Athletic Easygoing Lively	Active Alert Confident Friendly Hard working Protective Stubborn Watchful
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois trainability comparison.	Jagdterrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	French Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Playfulness Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois playfulness comparison:	Average: Jagdterriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	French Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Jagdterrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	French Bulldog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois?	Average to High: Jagdterrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: French Bulldog 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 Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois social needs comparison:	Jagdterrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	French Bulldog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois?	Low to Average: The Jagdterrier rarely barks. See more.	Low: The French Bulldog barks none to minimal. 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
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois?	Jagdterrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	French Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Jagdterrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	French Bulldog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Jagdterrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The French Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Jagdterrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 French Bulldog bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois mouthiness comparison:	Jagdterrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	French Bulldog dogs have an 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.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Jagdterrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	French Bulldog 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? Which can be better for hunting?	Jagdterrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	French Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois?	Apartment-friendly dog the Jagdterrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the French Bulldog 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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Jagdterrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	French Bulldog 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: Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois?	Jagdterriers tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	French Bulldogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Belgian Malinoiss do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is more friendly?	Jagdterrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	French Bulldog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Jagdterriers usually don’t get on well with other pets.	French Bulldogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Belgian Malinoiss are generally with other pets.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois?	Jagdterrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	French Bulldog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois?	Jagdterrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	French Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois?	Jagdterrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	French Bulldog 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 good for the first-time owners: Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois?	Yes Jagdterriers are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes French Bulldogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Belgian Malinoiss are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Jagdterrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes French Bulldog is one of the best dog breeds 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?	Jagdterriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	French Bulldogs are not the best breed for elderly people.	Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.

Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois Health Comparison

Health Issues Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois health comparison. Which is the healthier: Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois?	Jagdterriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The French Bulldog 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois health problems comparison:	Primary Lens Luxation	Allergies Brachycephalic Syndrome Cleft Palate Elongated Soft Palate Hemi-vertebrae Hip Dysplasia Intervertebral Disk Disease Patellar Luxation Von Willebrand's Disease	Elbow Dysplasia Epilepsy Eye Problems Hip Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Jagdterrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The French Bulldog 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.
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Life Expectancy Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois lifespan comparison. How long do Jagdterrier, French Bulldog and Belgian Malinois breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Jagdterrier: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of French Bulldog: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years
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Hypoallergenic Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Energy Level Who has more energy a Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois? Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois energy level comparison:	Jagdterrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	French Bulldog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Jagdterrier dogs have an average exercise need.	French Bulldog dogs exercise need is minimal.	Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois?	Jagdterrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	French Bulldog 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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Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	Recommended daily amount: 1 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Jagdterrier has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Bulldog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois?	Medium ⏺ The Jagdterrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The French Bulldog 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?	The Jagdterrier is an average drooler. See more.	The French Bulldog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog 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.	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: Jagdterrier or French Bulldog or Belgian Malinois? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	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.	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: Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois?	Not really Jagdterrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really French Bulldog 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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Jagdterrier and French Bulldog and Belgian Malinois have?	3-8 puppies	3-5 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Jagdterrier vs French Bulldog vs Belgian Malinois Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1898 as a Non-Sporting 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 Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Australian National Kennel Council Canadian Kennel Club Continental Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club North American Purebred Registry, Inc. United Kennel Club American Canine Association, Inc.

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