Faithful
Intelligent
Obedient
Fearless
Loyal
Protective

Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Watchful
Quiet
Athletic
Hard working

France

United States

sheepdog

Greyhound and Belgian Malinois

1300s

2000's

Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Cream

Brindle
Silver
Fawn
Isabella
Cream
Brown
Gray
Black

Briards are known for their coat length.

Malinois Greyhounds have short coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Briard can have a litter of 10-12 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 Malinois Greyhound can have a litter of 1-12 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.

Briards are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Malinois Greyhounds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

None Known

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Corneal Dystrophy

Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Pannus
Megaesophagus
Hemophilia
Cutaneous Asthenia

Eye
Hip
Knee
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Hip X-Rays
Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination
Hearing and Ear Tests

Briards sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Malinois Greyhounds have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Cuddling, Hikes, Walks

Fetch, Jog, Tug-of-war, Walk

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Briard, it's at least 8 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 Malinois Greyhound, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Briards have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Malinois Greyhound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Malinois Greyhound 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
Slicker Brush
Flea Comb
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-100 pound (34 - 45 kg) Briard feed 2.5 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 65-80 pound (29 - 36 kg) Malinois Greyhound 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 a Briard is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Briard is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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 Malinois Greyhound is between $49 - $73. This makes an average of $588 - $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.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Briards can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Malinois Greyhound is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Malinois Greyhounds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

Briards are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Malinois Greyhounds are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Malinois Greyhounds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Briards are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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