Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois

Compare the Anatolian Shepherd Dog to the Belgian Malinois. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Anatolian Shepherd Dogs and Belgian Malinois.

Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Belgian Malinois

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General Details

Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Belgian Malinois

Breed Type

Purebred

Allergy Friendly

Lifespan

11-13 Years

10-12 Years

Height

26-30 Inches

22-28 Inches

Weight

80-150 Pounds

55-75 Pounds

Intelligence

Above Average

History

Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Belgian Malinois

Origin Country

Turkey

Belgium

Origin Year

-4000 BC

1891 AD

Temperament

Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Belgian Malinois

Overall Friendliness

Below Average

Family Friendly

Average

Below Average

Child Friendly

Below Average

Average

Pet Friendly

Below Average

Stranger Friendly

Below Average

Personality

Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Belgian Malinois

Traits

Affectionate

Protective

Stubborn

Affectionate

Aggressive

Stubborn

Willing to Please

Living Environment

Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Belgian Malinois

Apartment

Indoor

Yes

Small Yard

Yes

Medium Yard

Yes

Large Yard

Yes

Temperature Tolerance

30-70 °F

30-80 °F

Barks/Howls

Average

Below Average

Exercise Needs

Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Belgian Malinois

Energy Level

Medium

High to Very High

Exercise Required

Medium

High to Very High

Top Running Speed

22 MPH

35 MPH

Strength

Very High

High

Grooming Needs

Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Belgian Malinois

Coat Maintenance

Low

Low to Medium

Shedding

High

Medium

Dander

Low

Medium

Drool

Medium

Low

Instincts and Behavior

Breed Mentality

Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Belgian Malinois

Dominant / Alpha

Yes

Family / Pack

Independent

Breed Focus

Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Belgian Malinois

Distracted Easy

Focused & Patient

Yes

Breed Instincts

Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Belgian Malinois

Aggression

Below Average

Burrow / Digging

Average

Below Average

Chasing

Average

Follow Commands

Average

Above Average

Fighting

Average

Guarding

Above Average

Herding

Above Average

Hunting

Average

Below Average

Protection

Above Average

Remove Vermin

Average

Sled Pulling

Average

Watch / Guardian

Above Average

Health Comparison

Lifespan

Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Belgian Malinois

Average Lifespan

11-13 Years

10-12 Years

Health Concerns

Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Belgian Malinois

Common Health Issues

Entropion

Hip dysplasia

Hypothyroidism

Elbow dysplasia

Demodectic mange

Hip dysplasia

Epilepsy

Elbow dysplasia

Eye problems

Appearance Comparison

Coat

Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Belgian Malinois

Coat Type

Hair

Fur

Coat Layering

Double

Smooth

Wire

Coat Texture

Rough

Straight

Coat Length

Short

Coat Coloring

Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Belgian Malinois

Breed Colors