Active
Alert
Confident
Friendly
Hard working
Protective
Stubborn
Watchful

Loving
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Tenacious

Choose a Belgian Malinois if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Border Beagles are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Belgium

United States

Shepherd Dog

Beagle and Border Collie

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Fawn
Sable

Black
White
Brown
Red

Belgian Malinoiss have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Border Beagles have medium-length coats.

A Belgian Malinois can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Border Beagle can have a litter of 4-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Hip Dysplasia

Epilepsy
Pannus
Skin Allergies

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Hip
MRI
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Neurological Examination

Belgian Malinoiss thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Border Beagles are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Belgian Malinois has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Border Beagle has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Belgian Malinoiss need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Border Beagles need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Belgian Malinoiss are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Border Beagles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Explore, Run, Running, Walks, Walk, Catch treats, Play, Ball fetching, Item searching, Frisbee, Chase, Fetch, Hide & Seek, Walking, Sprints, Riding in truck, Fetching games, Bitting Bones

Walk, Play, Fetch, Running, Tug-of-war, Walks, Hike, Car rides, Painting nails, Beach, Dog Parks, Cuddling, Eating Snacks, Squirrels, Trails, Swim, Hiking, Tricks

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Belgian Malinois, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Border Beagle, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Belgian Malinois requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Border Beagle has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Belgian Malinois should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Border Beagle should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Belgian Malinois is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Border Beagle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Belgian Malinois is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Border Beagle is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Belgian Malinoiss are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Border Beagles can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Belgian Malinoiss are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Border Beagles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Belgian Malinoiss are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Border Beagles are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Belgian Malinoiss are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Border Beagles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

The Belgian Malinois is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Border Beagles are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.