Active
Alert
Confident
Friendly
Hard working
Protective
Stubborn
Watchful

Active
Playful
Loving
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Social
Sweet
Aggressive

Belgian Malinoiss are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Bully-Tzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Belgium

United States

Shepherd Dog

Shih Tzu and Bulldog

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Fawn
Sable

Brown
White
Black

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

Bully-Tzus are known for their coat length.

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 Bully-Tzu can have a litter of 4-5 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.

While the Belgian Malinois breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Bully-Tzus typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Reverse Sneezing

Epilepsy
Pannus
Skin Allergies

Allergies

Hip
MRI
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Allergy Testing
Diagnostic Tests

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

Bully-Tzu has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Bully-Tzus are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Belgian Malinoiss are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Bully-Tzus are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Bully-Tzu dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Bully-Tzu, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Belgian Malinoiss usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Bully-Tzus usually need at least 20 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Bully-Tzus require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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, Bully-Tzu 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
Scissors
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Bully-Tzu 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 Bully-Tzu 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.

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

Bully-Tzus make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Belgian Malinoiss are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Bully-Tzus are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Bully-Tzus are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Bully-Tzus are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Belgian Malinoiss are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Bully-Tzus are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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.

Bully-Tzus are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.