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Name	Belgian Malinois	Border Collie	Lurcher
Origins	Belgium	England Scotland Wales	United Kingdom
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher breeds.	Malinois	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	Poacher's Dog Long Haired Lurcher
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Belgian Malinois or Border Collie or Lurcher? Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	22-28 inches (55-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	25 inches (63 cm)

Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1200-$1400	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Belgian Malinois or Border Collie or Lurcher?	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which is easiest to train?	Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Lurcher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which breed is most alert?	Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Lurcher dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which breed is most protective?	Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Lurcher dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher? Compare temperaments.	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Funny Loving Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher?	Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Lurcher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher social needs comparison:	Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Lurcher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Lurcher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Belgian Malinois dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Border Collie dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Lurcher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Lurcher barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which breed is most playful?	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Lurchers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Belgian Malinois indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Lurcher breed.
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Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which breed is most flexible?	Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Lurcher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Malinois or Border Collie or Lurcher?	Belgian Malinois dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lurcher has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which uses mouth most during play?	Belgian Malinois dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Lurcher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Lurcher bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Lurcher: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which handles climate changes best?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which has fewer health issues?	The Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Lurcher is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Lurcher should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	Bloat

Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which breed is most active?	Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.	Lurcher dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Belgian Malinois or Border Collie or Lurcher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.	Lurcher dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Belgian Malinois or Border Collie or Lurcher?	Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.	Lurcher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Lurcher has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which needs most food?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
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Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. What colors are available?	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Black Tan Red Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal	Any
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Lurcher requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which drools least?	The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Lurcher is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Lurcher has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Weather-resistant Straight	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Thick Smooth Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which requires most frequent baths?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Belgian Malinois or Border Collie or Lurcher? Belgian Malinois or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:	Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Lurcher dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which is best with kids?	Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Lurcher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.	Lurcher dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Malinois or Border Collie or Lurcher? Which dog is more friendly?	Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Lurcher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Malinois or Border Collie or Lurcher?	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Lurcher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Malinois or Border Collie or Lurcher?	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Lurcher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher?	Yes Belgian Malinois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Lurcher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Belgian Malinois is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Lurcher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Lurchers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which has best nose work ability?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which is best for SAR work?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Lurcher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which has most puppies?	6-10 puppies	4-8 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Belgian Malinois vs Border Collie vs Lurcher Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Belgian Malinois, Border Collie, and Lurcher. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The American Int. Border Collie Registry The American Border Collie Association	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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