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Name	Rottweiler	Cane Corso	Belgian Malinois
Origins	Germany	Italy	Belgium
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Rott Rottie	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz	Malinois
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois? Which is the smallest dog, Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois?	Large Giant	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Cane Corso? Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois weight comparison:	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 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?	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois? Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$2000	$1500-$2000	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois?	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.

Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois intelligence:	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois trainability comparison.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Cane Corso 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: Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois?	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois? Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet	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.	Cane Corso 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.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois?	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Cane Corso 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 Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois social needs comparison:	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Cane Corso 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?	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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

Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois playfulness comparison:	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois?	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Cane Corso 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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois?	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 Rottweiler indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso 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.
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Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different 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: Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois?	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Cane Corso 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.

Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Cane Corso bite force: The Strongest.	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:	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois mouthiness comparison:	Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Cane Corso 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.

Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois?	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.	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: Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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 Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois lifespan comparison. How long do Rottweiler, Cane Corso and Belgian Malinois breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 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: Rottweiler vs Cane Corso 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.

Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois? Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois energy level comparison:	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Cane Corso 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 Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.	Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need.	Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois?	Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Cane Corso 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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Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois?	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: If you are feeding a high-quality dry food, your Corso will probably eat 4 to 5 cups a day.	2 to 3 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? Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso'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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Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Weather-resistant Straight
Colors What are the original Rottweiler, Cane Corso and Belgian Malinois color?	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut	Black Cream Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois? Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois? Rottweiler or Cane Corso or {name3 shedding:	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Cane Corso dogs shed moderately. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Rottweiler vs Cane Corso 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, Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois?	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso 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 Rottweiler 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 Cane Corso 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.

Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Cane Corso dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is more friendly?	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Cane Corso dogs are not 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 Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois?	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Cane Corso 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 Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois?	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois?	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Cane Corso 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: Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois?	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Cane Corso 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cane Corso 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?	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Cane Corsos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Rottweiler or Cane Corso or Belgian Malinois? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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: Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois?	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cane Corso 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?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Rottweiler vs Cane Corso 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 Rottweiler and Cane Corso and Belgian Malinois have?	8-12 puppies	4-6 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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 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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National 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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