Belgian Malinois vs Peruvian Inca Orchid

Compare the Belgian Malinois to the Peruvian Inca Orchid. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Belgian Malinois and Peruvian Inca Orchids.

Belgian Malinois vs Peruvian Inca Orchid
Belgian Malinois
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Belgian Malinois
Peruvian Inca Orchid
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General Details
Belgian Malinois
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-12 Years
11-13 Years
Height
22-28 Inches
10-26 Inches
Weight
55-75 Pounds
9-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Belgian Malinois
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Origin Country
Belgium
Peru
Origin Year
1891 AD
750 AD
Temperament
Belgian Malinois
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Average
Family Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Belgian Malinois
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Belgian Malinois
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
65-90 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Belgian Malinois
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Belgian Malinois
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
High
Shedding
Medium
None to Low
Dander
Medium
None to Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Malinois
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Belgian Malinois
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Belgian Malinois
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Malinois
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
11-13 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Malinois
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Eye problems
Skin allergies
Dry skin
Skin irritation
Skin infections
Irritable bowel syndrome
Sunburn
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Malinois
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Wire
Bald
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Hairless to Short
Coat Coloring
Belgian Malinois
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Liver
Liver
Red
Red
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