Belgian Malinois vs Scottish Deerhound

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

Belgian Malinois vs Scottish Deerhound
Belgian Malinois
Scottish Deerhound
Belgian Malinois
Scottish Deerhound
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General Details
Belgian Malinois
Scottish Deerhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-11 Years
Height
22-28 Inches
28-32 Inches
Weight
55-75 Pounds
75-110 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Belgian Malinois
Scottish Deerhound
Origin Country
Belgium
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1891 AD
1600 AD
Temperament
Belgian Malinois
Scottish Deerhound
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
Scottish Deerhound
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Belgian Malinois
Scottish Deerhound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Belgian Malinois
Scottish Deerhound
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
35 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Belgian Malinois
Scottish Deerhound
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium to High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Malinois
Scottish Deerhound
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Belgian Malinois
Scottish Deerhound
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Belgian Malinois
Scottish Deerhound
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Malinois
Scottish Deerhound
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-11 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Malinois
Scottish Deerhound
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Eye problems
Bloat
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Osteosarcoma
Drug sensitivity
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Cystinuria
Factor VII deficiency
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Malinois
Scottish Deerhound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Scruffy
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Belgian Malinois
Scottish Deerhound
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Liver
Liver
Red
Red
Black
Black
Black Brindle
Black Brindle
Blue
Blue
Blue Gray
Blue Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray Brindle
Gray Brindle
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