Belgian Shepherd Dog Malinois
Belgisk Vallhund/Malinois, Berger Belge (Malinois), Chien de Berger Belge/Malinois, Perro de Pastor Belga/Malinois, Belgischer Schäferhund/Malinois, Belgisk Fårehund/Malinois, Malinois, Belgianpaimenkoira Malinois
The Belgian Shepherd Dog (Malinois) is a herding breed known for its short fawn coat, black mask, and exceptional work drive. Valued for its agility, loyalty, and trainability, it is commonly used in police, military, and protection work.
FCI Group
Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)
AKC Group
Herding
TKC Group
Pastoral
Country of Origin
BE
Belgian Shepherd Dog - Malinois
Health Testing Requirements by Country
Autoimmune and Allergies
Skeletal and Muscular
Ataxia, Locomotor, and Epilepsy
Eye Conditions and Blindness
Cancer and Neoplasia
Genetic Material and Diversity
Skin, Hair, and Nails
Temperament
Test Relevances
Ataxia, cerebellar, ATP1B2-related
Moderate Relevance
Malinois Episodic Aggression
Some Relevance
Spongy Degeneration with Cerebella Ataxia Subtype 1, KCNJ10-related
Some Relevance
Cardiomyopathy and juvenile mortality
Some Relevance
Coat Colour Dilution, dilution, MLPH-related
No Evidence
Degenerative Myelopathy
No Evidence
Connections
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