Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback

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

Belgian Malinois vs Rhodesian Ridgeback
Belgian Malinois
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Belgian Malinois
Rhodesian Ridgeback
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General Details
Belgian Malinois
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
22-28 Inches
24-27 Inches
Weight
55-75 Pounds
65-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Belgian Malinois
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Origin Country
Belgium
Zimbabwe
Origin Year
1891 AD
1924 AD
Temperament
Belgian Malinois
Rhodesian Ridgeback
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
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Belgian Malinois
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
35-95 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
None
Exercise Needs
Belgian Malinois
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Energy Level
High to Very High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
35 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Belgian Malinois
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Malinois
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Belgian Malinois
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Belgian Malinois
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Malinois
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Malinois
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Eye problems
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Dermoid sinus
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Malinois
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Belgian Malinois
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Breed Colors
Black
Cream
Fawn
Gray
Liver
Red
Light Wheaten
Red Wheaten
Wheaten
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