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Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Comparison - Dog breed selector: Yorkie or Stafford or Malinois? Find the right dog for you

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Name Yorkshire Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Belgian Malinois
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Group Companion Dogs Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Yorkie Stafford
Staffy
Amstaff
Malinois
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Which is the smallest dog, Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Small Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier? Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois weight comparison:
2-3 kg (4-7 pounds) 57-67 pounds (25-30 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?
2.5 kg (5.5 pounds) 62 pounds (27.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois height comparison:
20-23 cm (8-9 inches) Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 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?
21.5 cm (8.5 inches) Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Which is more expensive?
$600-$1000 $800-$1000 $1200-$1400
Availability
Which is easier to get, Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The American Staffordshire Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.

Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois intelligence:
Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois trainability comparison.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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American Staffordshire 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: Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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American Staffordshire 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 Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Devoted
Attentive
Tenacious
Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Confident
Friendly
Watchful
Hard working
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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: Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?
High: Yorkshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: American Staffordshire 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
Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois social needs comparison:
Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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American Staffordshire 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?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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American Staffordshire 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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Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois playfulness comparison:
Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The American Staffordshire 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: Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?
A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The American Staffordshire 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 Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire Terrier breed.
It is not recommended to keep the American Staffordshire 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.

Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or Belgian Malinois?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Staffordshire 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 Yorkshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois mouthiness comparison:
Yorkshire Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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American Staffordshire 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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Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois health comparison. Which is the healthier: Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?
Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
The American Staffordshire Terrier 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois health problems comparison:
Collapsed Trachea
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Reverse Sneezing
Hypoglycemia
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Yorkshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The American Staffordshire Terrier 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.
Life Expectancy
Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois lifespan comparison. How long do Yorkshire Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier and Belgian Malinois breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of American Staffordshire Terrier: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire 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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Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 3/4 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3 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? Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low to the 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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Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois coat comparison:
Fine Fine Weather-resistant
Straight
Colors
What are the original Yorkshire Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier and Belgian Malinois color?
Black
Tan
Blue
Gold
Black
Blue
White
Brown
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Effortless: The American Staffordshire 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 Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
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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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
Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire 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, Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?

Medium

The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Staffordshire 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 Yorkshire Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The American Staffordshire Terrier is an average drooler.
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The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
American Staffordshire 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 Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is more friendly?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or Belgian Malinois?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
American Staffordshire 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: Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?
Yes
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
American Staffordshire 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
Yorkshire Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
American Staffordshire Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Belgian Malinois is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Yorkshire Terriers are not recommended for elderly people.
American Staffordshire Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.

Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire 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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Yes

This breed makes good 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: Yorkshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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.

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: Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?

Not really

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

American Staffordshire 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.

Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire 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 Yorkshire Terrier and American Staffordshire Terrier and Belgian Malinois have?
4-6 puppies 5-10 puppies 6-10 puppies

Yorkshire Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers 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
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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