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Name	Dutch Shepherd Dog	Belgian Malinois	Great Pyrenees
Origins	Netherlands	Belgium	Spain France
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees breeds.	Hollandse Herder Dutch Shepherd Dog	Malinois	Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 61-70 pounds (27-31 kg) Female: 52-61 pounds (23-27 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 65.5 pounds (29 kg) Female: 56.5 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Height Which is taller, Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois or Great Pyrenees? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees height comparison:	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23.5 inches (60 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$1200	$1200-$1400	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois or Great Pyrenees?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which is easiest to train?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most alert?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most protective?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees? Compare temperaments.	Alert Affectionate Obedient Reliable Loyal Trainable	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees?	Average to High: Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees social needs comparison:	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Dutch Shepherd Dog 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.	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.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Dutch Shepherd Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed. See more.	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most playful?	The Dutch Shepherd Dog is a playful breed. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog indoors.	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 Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
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Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois or Great Pyrenees?	Dutch Shepherd Dog 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.	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.	Great Pyrenees 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.

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dutch Shepherd Dog: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. 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.	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 cold weather The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which has fewer health issues?	The Dutch Shepherd Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Dutch Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most active?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois or Great Pyrenees? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.	Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois or Great Pyrenees?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.	Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The Dutch Shepherd Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which needs most food?	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
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Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. What colors are available?	Blue Silver Yellow Brindle Golden Grey Salt & Pepper	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	White
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Dutch Shepherd Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which drools least?	The Dutch Shepherd Dog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Dutch Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Wiry	Weather-resistant Straight	Dense Double
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. 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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois or Great Pyrenees? Dutch Shepherd Dog or Belgian Malinois or {name3 shedding:	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. See more.
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Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees Good With Comparison

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

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Dutch Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. 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.	Yes 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. 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.

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which has most puppies?	6-10 puppies	6-10 puppies	6-9 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. 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.

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois vs Great Pyrenees Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Dutch Shepherd Dog, Belgian Malinois, and Great Pyrenees. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	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 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

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