Active
Alert
Confident
Friendly
Hard working
Protective
Stubborn
Watchful

Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Dominant
Devoted
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Calm
Reserved
Suspicious

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

Presa Danes are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Shepherd Dog

Presa Canario, Great Dane

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Brown
Fawn
Sable

Black
Gray
Brindle
Cream
Fawn

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

Presa Danes 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 Presa Dane can have a litter of 10-15 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.

Belgian Malinoiss are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Presa Danes have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Presa Danes 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

Gastric Torsion
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Disease
Bone Cancer

Epilepsy
Pannus
Skin Allergies

None Known

Hip
MRI
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

Blood Analysis
Full Physical Eexamination by the Veterinarian to test the range of movement in the joint areas
Cardiac Test

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.

Presa Danes are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Presa Dane 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 Presa Dane, it's at least 9 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 Presa Danes usually need at least 45 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.

The Presa Dane has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Presa Dane is somewhere $3.50 - $4.20 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 Presa Dane is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Presa Danes have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Presa Danes are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Presa Danes are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Presa Danes are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Presa Danes 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.

Presa Danes are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.