Belgian Malinois vs Labrador Retriever

Compare the Belgian Malinois to the Labrador Retriever. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Belgian Malinois and Labrador Retrievers.

Belgian Malinois vs Labrador Retriever
Belgian Malinois
Labrador Retriever
Belgian Malinois
Labrador Retriever
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General Details
Belgian Malinois
Labrador Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
22-28 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
55-75 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Belgian Malinois
Labrador Retriever
Origin Country
Belgium
Canada
Origin Year
1891 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Belgian Malinois
Labrador Retriever
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Belgian Malinois
Labrador Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Belgian Malinois
Labrador Retriever
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-90 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Belgian Malinois
Labrador Retriever
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Belgian Malinois
Labrador Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Malinois
Labrador Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Belgian Malinois
Labrador Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Belgian Malinois
Labrador Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Above Average
None
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
None
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Malinois
Labrador Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Malinois
Labrador Retriever
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Eye problems
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Tricuspid valve dysplasia
Myopathy
Acute moist dermatitis
Cold tail
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Malinois
Labrador Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Belgian Malinois
Labrador Retriever
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Liver
Liver
Red
Red
Black
Black
Chocolate
Chocolate
Yellow
Yellow
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