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Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Comparison - Dog breed selector: Xolito or Pit or Malinois? Find the right dog for you

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Name Xoloitzcuintli American Pit Bull Terrier Belgian Malinois
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Group Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Xolito
Xolo
Xoloescuincle
Xoloitzcuintle
Xoloitzcuintli
Xoloitzquintle
Mexican Hairless
Pit
Pit Bull
Pitbull
Pitty
APBT
Malinois
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Which is the smallest dog, Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Medium Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois weight comparison:
15-30 pounds (7-14 kg) 22-78 pounds (10-35 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?
22.5 pounds (10.5 kg) 50 pounds (22.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois height comparison:
15-20 inches (38-51 cm) 14-24 inches (35-60 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?
17.5 inches (44.5 cm) 19 inches (47.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $500-$700 $1200-$1400
Availability
Which is easier to get, Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Frequent: The Xoloitzcuintli is easier than average to get.
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.

Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois trainability comparison.
Xoloitzcuintli dogs are quite easy to train.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Xoloitzcuintli dogs are average watchdogs.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Xoloitzcuintli dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois behavior/temperament comparison:
Protective
Alert
Loyal
Companionable
Cheerful
Calm
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Confident
Friendly
Watchful
Hard working
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Xoloitzcuintli dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?
High: Xoloitzcuintli dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois social needs comparison:
Xoloitzcuintli dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Xoloitzcuintli is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Xoloitzcuintli dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Belgian Malinois dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois playfulness comparison:
Average: Xoloitzcuintlis, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?
Low: The Xoloitzcuintli barks none to minimal.
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Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Very house-friendly dog the Xoloitzcuintli breed.
It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier 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.

Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Xoloitzcuintli dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: American Pit Bull Terrier 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: Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Xoloitzcuintli dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
American Pit Bull Terrier 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.

Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Xoloitzcuintli bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Xoloitzcuintli has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois mouthiness comparison:
Xoloitzcuintli dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Belgian Malinois dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois health comparison. Which is the healthier: Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?
Xoloitzcuintlis tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
American Pit Bull Terriers 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois health problems comparison:
Skin Irritation
Dry Skin
Acne
Hip Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Skin Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Xoloitzcuintli should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The American Pit Bull Terrier 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.
Life Expectancy
Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois lifespan comparison. How long do Xoloitzcuintli, American Pit Bull Terrier and Belgian Malinois breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Xoloitzcuintli: 16 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Xoloitzcuintli has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois coat comparison:
Smooth
Hairless
Fine Weather-resistant
Straight
Colors
What are the original Xoloitzcuintli, American Pit Bull Terrier and Belgian Malinois color?
Black
Gray
White
Brown
Brindle
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Xoloitzcuintli doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Xoloitzcuintli dogs shed none to minimal.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
1-2 weeks
Very frequent. This breed has famously high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 1-2 weeks.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?

Medium

The Xoloitzcuintli has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Pit Bull Terrier 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 Xoloitzcuintli is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Xoloitzcuintli dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
American Pit Bull Terrier 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 Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is more friendly?
Xoloitzcuintli dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Xoloitzcuintli dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Xoloitzcuintli dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Xoloitzcuintli dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?
Yes
Xoloitzcuintli dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
American Pit Bull Terrier 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
Xoloitzcuintli is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
American Pit Bull Terrier 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?
Xoloitzcuintlis are usually recommended for elderly people.
American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.

Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Xoloitzcuintli or American Pit Bull Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Which is better for autism?

Not really

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

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

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

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: Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?

Not really

Xoloitzcuintli breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

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

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

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

Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Xoloitzcuintli and American Pit Bull Terrier and Belgian Malinois have?
3-7 puppies 5-8 puppies 6-10 puppies

Xoloitzcuintli vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Non-Sporting breed. 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?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available American Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Backwoods Bulldog 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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