Choose a German Malinois if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Markiesjes make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

German Shepherd, Belgian Malinois

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Ancient Times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Cream
Red
Silver
Blue
Fawn
Sable
Gray

Black

German Malinoiss have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Markiesjes have medium-length coats.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Heart Diseases and Disorders

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Hemophilia
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

X-Rays
Electrocardiogram
Eye Examinations
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Coagulation Assay

Blood Panel

German Malinoiss bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Markiesje dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Play, Fetch, Hike, Swimmi, Swim, Jogging, Dog Parks, Walk, Hide & Seek, Go to Beach, Run, Playdate, Nap, Heel, Brushing, Shake, Flirt pole, Catch, Sit, Hikes, Walks, Games, Running, Snoozing, Training, Walkies, Braniac, Cuddles

Long walks, Walk, Run, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Chase, Brushing, Cuddles, Play keep away, Trail, Fetch

German Malinoiss are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Markiesjes are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For German Malinois, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Markiesje, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most German Malinoiss usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Markiesjes usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The German Malinois requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Markiesje is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors

For an average 60-85 pound (27 - 39 kg) German Malinois feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 12-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Markiesje feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a German Malinois is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Markiesje is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a German Malinois is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Markiesje is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

German Malinois is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Markiesjes are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

German Malinoiss are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Markiesjes are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

German Malinoiss are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Markiesjes have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

The German Malinois is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Markiesjes are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.