Belgian Malinois vs Central Asian Shepherd Dog

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

Belgian Malinois vs Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Belgian Malinois
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Belgian Malinois
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
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General Details
Belgian Malinois
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
22-28 Inches
24-31 Inches
Weight
55-75 Pounds
90-170 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Belgian Malinois
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Origin Country
Belgium
Russia
Origin Year
1891 AD
-2000 BC
Temperament
Belgian Malinois
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Below Average
None
Child Friendly
Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
None
Personality
Belgian Malinois
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Belgian Malinois
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Belgian Malinois
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Belgian Malinois
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Malinois
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Belgian Malinois
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Belgian Malinois
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Malinois
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Malinois
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Eye problems
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Malinois
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Belgian Malinois
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Liver
Liver
Red
Red
Spotted
Spotted
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