Belgian Malinois vs American Pit Bull Terrier

Compare the Belgian Malinois to the American Pit Bull Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Belgian Malinois and American Pit Bull Terriers.

Belgian Malinois vs American Pit Bull Terrier
Belgian Malinois
American Pit Bull Terrier
Belgian Malinois
American Pit Bull Terrier
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General Details
Belgian Malinois
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Height
22-28 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
55-75 Pounds
30-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Belgian Malinois
American Pit Bull Terrier
Origin Country
Belgium
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1891 AD
1898 AD
Temperament
Belgian Malinois
American Pit Bull Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Belgian Malinois
American Pit Bull Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Belgian Malinois
American Pit Bull Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Belgian Malinois
American Pit Bull Terrier
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Belgian Malinois
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Malinois
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Belgian Malinois
American Pit Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Belgian Malinois
American Pit Bull Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Malinois
American Pit Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Malinois
American Pit Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Eye problems
Hip dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Malinois
American Pit Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Wire
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Belgian Malinois
American Pit Bull Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Cream
Fawn
Gray
Liver
Red
Black
Black and Tan
Black and White
Blue
Blue, White, and Tan
Chocolate
Chocolate and Tan
Fawn
Fawn and White
Light Fawn
White
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