Belgian Malinois vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

Compare the Belgian Malinois to the Miniature Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Belgian Malinois and Miniature Australian Shepherds.

Belgian Malinois vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Height
22-28 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
55-75 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Belgium
United States
Origin Year
1891 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High to Very High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Eye problems
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Liver
Liver
Red
Red
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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