Australian Cattle Dog vs Belgian Malinois

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

Australian Cattle Dog vs Belgian Malinois
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Malinois
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Malinois
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Malinois
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
22-28 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
55-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Malinois
Origin Country
Australia
Belgium
Origin Year
1840 AD
1891 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Malinois
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Malinois
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Malinois
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Malinois
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
35 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Malinois
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low to Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Malinois
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Malinois
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Malinois
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Malinois
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Malinois
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Malinois
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Malinois
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Liver
Liver
Red
Red
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