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Name	Lurcher	Andalusian Hound	Belgian Malinois
Origins	United Kingdom	Spain	Belgium
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Poacher's Dog Long Haired Lurcher	Podenco Andalusian Podenco Andaluz Podenco Maneto Andalusian Andalusian Podenco	Malinois
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois? Which is the smallest dog, Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Andalusian Hound? Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois weight comparison:	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Small: 11-24 pounds (5-11 kg)Large: 46-73 pounds (20-33 kg), Medium: 22-40 pounds (10-18 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?	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Small: 17.5 pounds (8 kg)Large: 59.5 pounds (26.5 kg), Medium: 31 pounds (14 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois? Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois height comparison:	22-28 inches (55-71 cm)	Small: 12-17 inches (30-43 cm)Large: 20-25 inches (50-63 cm), Medium: 16-21 inches (40-53 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?	25 inches (63 cm)	Small: 14.5 inches (36.5 cm)Large: 22.5 inches (56.5 cm), Medium: 18.5 inches (46.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$300-$500	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Lurcher or Andalusian Hound 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.	Average: The Andalusian Hound is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.

Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Andalusian Hound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois trainability comparison.	Lurcher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Andalusian Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois?	Lurcher dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Andalusian Hound dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Lurcher dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Andalusian Hound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois? Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois behavior/temperament comparison:	Funny Loving Affectionate	Excellent sight Smell Hearing Hunting	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. See more.	Andalusian Hound 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: Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois?	High: Lurcher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Andalusian Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois social needs comparison:	Lurcher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Andalusian Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Lurcher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Andalusian Hound dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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?	Lurcher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Andalusian Hound 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois playfulness comparison:	Average: Lurchers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Andalusian Hound is a playful breed. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois?	Average: The Lurcher barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Andalusian Hound barks occasionally. 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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Lurcher breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Andalusian Hound 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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Lurcher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Andalusian Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.
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 Lurcher has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Andalusian Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois mouthiness comparison:	Lurcher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Andalusian Hound 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.

Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois?	The Lurcher is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Andalusian Hound 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: Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois health problems comparison:	Bloat	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Lurcher should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Andalusian Hound 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 Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois lifespan comparison. How long do Lurcher, Andalusian Hound and Belgian Malinois breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Lurcher: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Andalusian Hound: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois? Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois energy level comparison:	Lurcher dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Andalusian Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Lurcher dogs have an average exercise need.	Andalusian Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois?	Lurcher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Andalusian Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Lurcher has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Andalusian Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois coat comparison:	Thick Smooth Straight	Wiry Smooth	Weather-resistant Straight
Colors What are the original Lurcher, Andalusian Hound and Belgian Malinois color?	Any	Golden	Black Cream Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois? Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois grooming comparison:	Average: The Lurcher requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Andalusian Hound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois? Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or {name3 shedding:	Lurcher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Andalusian Hound 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: Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois?	6-8 weeks 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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois 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, Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois?	Low 🔽 The Lurcher has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Andalusian Hound 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 Lurcher is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Andalusian Hound drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Lurcher dogs are generally with other pets.	Andalusian Hound dogs are generally with other pets.	Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is more friendly?	Lurcher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Andalusian Hound dogs are not the most 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
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois?	Lurcher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Andalusian Hound dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois?	Lurcher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Andalusian Hound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois?	Lurcher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Andalusian Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois?	Yes Lurcher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Andalusian Hound 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 Lurcher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Andalusian Hound 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?	Lurchers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Andalusian Hounds are commonly okay with elderly people.	Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.

Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound 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: Lurcher or Andalusian Hound or Belgian Malinois? 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.	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: Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois?	Not really Lurcher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Andalusian Hound 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.

Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound 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 Lurcher and Andalusian Hound and Belgian Malinois have?	3-5 puppies	3-5 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Lurcher vs Andalusian Hound vs Belgian Malinois Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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