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BELGIAN
MALINOIS
Characteristics,
care, health & breeder listings below.
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AKC
Height:
Males are
ideally 24 to 26 inches in height; females are 22 to 24 inches.
Color: Rich
fawn to mahogany, with black tips on the hairs, giving an overlay
appearance. The mask and ears are black. The underparts of the body,
tail, and breeches are lighter fawn. |
| Basic
Requirements: Puppies
should be socialized and obedience trained early. Belgian Malinois
need a securely fenced yard with room to run and play. Twice-weekly
brushing will help to control moderate shedding. |
| Temperament:
Active,
alert, and very trainable. The Belgian Malinois is a working dog
that excels in agility, obedience, tracking, herding, police work,
and more. They are good watch dogs and are protective around children when
raised with them, but it is always a good idea to supervise. |
| Health:
(Health Dictionary Average
lifespan is 13 years. Watch for Hip and Elbow Dysplasia, PRA,
Epilepsy. |
American
Belgian Malinois Club
www.breedclub.org/ABMC.htm
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