Belgian Malinois vs Miniature Schnauzer

Compare the Belgian Malinois to the Miniature Schnauzer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Belgian Malinois and Miniature Schnauzers.

Belgian Malinois vs Miniature Schnauzer
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Schnauzer
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Schnauzer
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General Details
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Height
22-28 Inches
12-14 Inches
Weight
55-75 Pounds
11-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Schnauzer
Origin Country
Belgium
Germany
Origin Year
1891 AD
1888 AD
Temperament
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Schnauzer
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Schnauzer
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Schnauzer
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
High
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
High
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Schnauzer
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Eye problems
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Schnauzer
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Belgian Malinois
Miniature Schnauzer
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Liver
Liver
Red
Red
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
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