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Name	King Shepherd	Belgian Malinois	German Shepherd
Origins	United States	Belgium	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	King Shepherd Dog	Malinois	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, King Shepherd or Belgian Malinois or German Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, King Shepherd or Belgian Malinois or German Shepherd?	Giant	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, King Shepherd or Belgian Malinois or Belgian Malinois? King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd weight comparison:	90-150 pounds (41-69 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	120 pounds (55 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, King Shepherd or Belgian Malinois or German Shepherd? King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd height comparison:	25-29 inches (64-74 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	27 inches (69 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, King Shepherd or Belgian Malinois or German Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2500	$1200-$1400	$800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, King Shepherd or Belgian Malinois or German Shepherd?	Frequent: The King Shepherd is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd trainability comparison.	King Shepherd dogs are hard to train. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: King Shepherd or Belgian Malinois or German Shepherd?	King Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog King Shepherd or Belgian Malinois or German Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	King Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, King Shepherd or Belgian Malinois or German Shepherd? King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Protective Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Gentle	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd?	High: King Shepherd 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.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:	King Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	King Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	King Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. 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.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd playfulness comparison:	Average: King Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd?	Low to Average: The King Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly King Shepherd or Belgian Malinois or German Shepherd?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the King Shepherd 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 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 Shepherd indoors.
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King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: King Shepherd or Belgian Malinois or German Shepherd?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 King Shepherd bite force: The Strongest.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The King Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	King Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd?	King Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer 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
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The King Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do King Shepherd, Belgian Malinois and German Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of King Shepherd: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The King Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: King Shepherd or Belgian Malinois or German Shepherd?	8 to 10 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.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the King Shepherd'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.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd coat comparison:	Fluffy Thick Weather-resistant	Weather-resistant Straight	Fuzzy
Colors What are the original King Shepherd, Belgian Malinois and German Shepherd color?	Black Tan Cream White Sable	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Black Tan Red Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, King Shepherd or Belgian Malinois or German Shepherd? King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The King Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more King Shepherd or Belgian Malinois or German Shepherd? King Shepherd or Belgian Malinois or {name3 shedding:	King Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: King Shepherd or Belgian Malinois or German Shepherd?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The King Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The King Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

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

King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: King Shepherd or Belgian Malinois or German Shepherd? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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: King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd?	Not really King Shepherd 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.	Not really German Shepherd 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd 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 King Shepherd and Belgian Malinois and German Shepherd have?	6-10 puppies	6-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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King Shepherd vs Belgian Malinois vs German Shepherd 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 1959 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Rare Breed Association	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 German Shepherd Dog Club Of America

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