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The Belgian Malinois is one of four Belgian Sheepdogs. It is a very smart and obedient dog. Serious and watchful with
strong protective and territorial instincts. Some are very shy or sensitive. This breed needs extensive socialization from an
early age, and firm, but not harsh, training from an experienced master. If you are harsh or overbearing they will become
uncooperative. It is instinctively protective so it should be trained and socialized very well from an early age. Breeders
should socialize puppies right from birth. Good for working and competition obedience. These dogs make excellent police
and guard dogs. This type of work is currently their main occupation. They do, however, make excellent pets. They are
ever-watchful, alert and loyal, and they thrive on loving companionship. Belgian Sheepdogs are good with children if
socialized well with them. The Belgian Malinois needs to be part of the family and not locked up in a kennel. It does best
given ample time, attention, training and companionship. If this breed is ignored, it will find ways to entertain itself, often at
the owner's expense. The Belgian Malinios has a lot of energy and needs a job to do. Working lines can have particularly
high drive. Belgian Sheepdogs tend to bond strongly with one or two people. Take care when introducing this dog with small
non-canine pets.
strong protective and territorial instincts. Some are very shy or sensitive. This breed needs extensive socialization from an
early age, and firm, but not harsh, training from an experienced master. If you are harsh or overbearing they will become
uncooperative. It is instinctively protective so it should be trained and socialized very well from an early age. Breeders
should socialize puppies right from birth. Good for working and competition obedience. These dogs make excellent police
and guard dogs. This type of work is currently their main occupation. They do, however, make excellent pets. They are
ever-watchful, alert and loyal, and they thrive on loving companionship. Belgian Sheepdogs are good with children if
socialized well with them. The Belgian Malinois needs to be part of the family and not locked up in a kennel. It does best
given ample time, attention, training and companionship. If this breed is ignored, it will find ways to entertain itself, often at
the owner's expense. The Belgian Malinios has a lot of energy and needs a job to do. Working lines can have particularly
high drive. Belgian Sheepdogs tend to bond strongly with one or two people. Take care when introducing this dog with small
non-canine pets.