Active
Alert
Confident
Friendly
Hard working
Protective
Stubborn
Watchful

Active
Loving
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Inquisitive
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

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

King Rats are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Belgium

United States

Shepherd Dog

Rat Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

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

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Brown
Fawn
Sable

Red
Black
Brown
Pied
White

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

King Rats have short 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 King Rat can have a litter of 5-7 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

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Lens Luxation
Heart Disease
Syringomyelia
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Epilepsy
Pannus
Skin Allergies

Demodectic Mange
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Skin Allergies
Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Microphthalmia
Corneal Dystrophy

Hip
MRI
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

Knee
Hip X-Rays
Heart
Dna For Pra
Dental Examination
Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
Hearing Tests

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

King Rat 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.

King Rats 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

Walking, Fortnite, Dieng, Death, Sleeping, Jacks gay

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.

King Rats are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

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 King Rat, it's at least 9 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 King Rat has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 60-80 pound (27 - 36 kg) Belgian Malinois feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 13-25 pound (6 - 11 kg) King Rat feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a King Rat is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 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 King Rat is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

King Rats make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

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

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

King Rats are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

King Rats 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.

King Rats are highly friendly around strangers.

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

King Rats have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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.

King Rats are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.