Malinois

Country of origin: Belgium
FCI classification:

• FCI group 1: herding dogs and cattle dogs (without Swiss Mountain Dogs)
• FCI Section 1: Shepherd Dogs

Height at the withers:

• 56-66cm

• approx. 30 kg

• about 15 years

• dense red-brown fur, a black mask, black ears, black currents on the chest (a white patch on the chest is allowed)

Description

The Malinois is one of the most intelligent dogs. That's why he is used more and more as a sports or police dog. He is also very courageous and has a strong protective instinct. Since he is very sensitive, an upbringing with violence is absolutely unsuitable for him. His master / mistress should already be very experienced in dealing with dogs. You should give him daily exercise (at least two hours) and also play with him. However, he can be kept in apartments without any problems, if you take that into account. Its coat is easy to care for.