| Belgian Shepherd Dog (Malinois)
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| Alternative names
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| Belgian Malinois
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| Chien de Berger Belge
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| Country of origin
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| Belgium
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| Classification
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| FCI: | Group 1 Section 1
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| AKC: | Herding
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| ANKC: | Group 5 (Working Dogs)
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| CKC: | Group 7 - Herding Dogs
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| KC(UK): | Pastoral
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| NZKC: | Working
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| UKC: | Herding Dog Breeds
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| Breed standards (external links)
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FCI, AKC, ANKC, CKC
KC(UK), NZKC, UKC
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The Belgian Shepherd Dog (Malinois) (IPA: [ˈmælɪnˌwɑː]) is a breed of dog, sometimes classified as a variety of the Belgian Shepherd Dog rather than as a separate breed. The Malinois is recognized in the United States under the name Belgian Malinois
Like all Belgian Shepherds, the Malinois is a medium-sized, hard-working, square-proportioned dog in the sheepdog family. The Malinois is recognized by its short brown and yellow coat and its black ears, cheeks, and muzzle.
See also: Belgian Shepherd Dog (Groenendael),
Belgian Shepherd Dog (Laekenois),
Belgian Shepherd Dog (Tervueren)
