Active
Alert
Confident
Friendly
Hard working
Protective
Stubborn
Watchful

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle

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

Yorkelties are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Shepherd Dog

Yorkshire Terrier, Shetland Sheepdog

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Brown
Fawn
Sable

Black
Brown
White

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

Yorkelties have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Yorkeltie can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Yorkelties 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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Eye Abnormalities
Epilepsy
Heart Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Epilepsy
Pannus
Skin Allergies

Cataracts
Allergies

Hip
MRI
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

Blood Analysis
Wellness Check
cardiac and hip, blood and eye exams

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

Yorkeltie 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.

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

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.

Yorkelties 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 Yorkeltie, it's at least 7 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 Yorkelties usually need at least 30 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.

Yorkelties have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat 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, Yorkeltie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Yorkeltie is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 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 Yorkeltie 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.

The Yorkeltie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Yorkelties 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.

Yorkelties are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Yorkelties 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.

Yorkelties 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.

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