ConfidentSmartHardworking
Herding Group — Origin: Belgium
Belgian Malinois
A large-sized herding-group dog known for being confident and smart.
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 18–36 kg
- Lifespan
- 14–16 yrs
Strength
7
Stamina
-4
Trainability
0
Friendliness
1
At a mid-life age of 15 years, this breed is roughly
92.3 human years old
See the full dog-years calculatorWhat it eats
- Large-breed formula kibble with joint support
- Two meals a day to avoid bloat
- Glucosamine supplement as they age
What it does
- Leisurely neighborhood strolls
- Puzzle toys and scent games
- Lounging near the family
Habitat
Needs a house with a fenced yard and room to stretch out; less suited to cramped apartments.
Daily exercise needs
Bred with a hardworking streak, this breed keeps its condition with low daily exertion.
Low exertion~-28 min/day
Field note
Hailing from Belgium, the Belgian Malinois has been recognized as part of the Herding group for generations of purposeful breeding.