Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher

Compare the Belgian Malinois to the Lurcher. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Belgian Malinois and Lurchers.

Belgian Malinois vs Lurcher
Belgian Malinois
Lurcher
Belgian Malinois
Lurcher
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General Details
Belgian Malinois
Lurcher
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-15 Years
Height
22-28 Inches
22-28 Inches
Weight
55-75 Pounds
55-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Belgian Malinois
Lurcher
Origin Country
Belgium
Ireland
Origin Year
1891 AD
1400 AD
Temperament
Belgian Malinois
Lurcher
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Belgian Malinois
Lurcher
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Living Environment
Belgian Malinois
Lurcher
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Belgian Malinois
Lurcher
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
38 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Belgian Malinois
Lurcher
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Malinois
Lurcher
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Belgian Malinois
Lurcher
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Belgian Malinois
Lurcher
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
None
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Malinois
Lurcher
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-15 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Malinois
Lurcher
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Eye problems
Bloat
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Malinois
Lurcher
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Wire
Single
Smooth
Wire
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Scruffy
Shaggy
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Belgian Malinois
Lurcher
Breed Colors
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