English Toy Spaniel has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Belgian Malinois has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Affectionate
Happy
Playful
Gentle
Loving
Reserved

Active
Alert
Confident
Friendly
Hard working
Protective
Stubborn
Watchful

English Toy Spaniels make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Choose a Belgian 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.

England

Belgium

spaniel

Shepherd Dog

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

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

1600s

1800s

Toy (AKC:1886)

Herding (AKC:1959)(UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Pied

Brown
Fawn
Sable

English Toy Spaniels have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

An English Toy Spaniel can have a litter of 10-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Belgian Malinois can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

English Toy Spaniels are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Belgian Malinois breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Entropion
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia

Epilepsy
Pannus
Skin Allergies

Blood Test
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

Hip
MRI
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

English Toy Spaniels have low energy levels, ideal for a relaxed lifestyle.

Belgian Malinoiss thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

English Toy Spaniel has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Belgian Malinois has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

English Toy Spaniels require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Belgian Malinoiss need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

English Toy Spaniels require significant sleep and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with daytime naps.

Belgian Malinoiss are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

While English Toy Spaniel dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Belgian Malinois dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

English Toy Spaniels 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.

Belgian 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Toy Spaniel, it's at least 6 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 Belgian Malinois, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most English Toy Spaniels 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.

In general most Belgian Malinoiss usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Ideally, English Toy Spaniel should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Belgian Malinois should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-14 pound (4 - 6 kg) English Toy Spaniel feed 0.8 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 60-80 pound (27 - 36 kg) Belgian 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.

The average cost of an English Toy Spaniel is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of an English Toy Spaniel is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

The average per month expenses of a Belgian 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.

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

Belgian Malinois is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

English Toy Spaniels have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

English Toy Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Belgian Malinoiss are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

English Toy Spaniels have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Belgian Malinoiss are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

Belgian Malinoiss are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

English Toy Spaniels are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

The Belgian 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.