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Belgian Malinois

The Belgian Malinois is a large-sized herding breed and one of the four Belgian Shepherd breeds. The Malinois, pronounced “mal-in-wa,” may sometimes be mistaken for a German Shepherd, and share similar characteristics. However, they are smaller, more energetic, and tend to bond more closely with one individual rather than their entire family, like the German Shepherd. Like the other Belgian Shepherds, Belgian…

Statistics
Dog Breed Group
Herding Dogs
Height
22 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight
40 to 80 pounds
Life Span
12 to 14 years
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