I have had Belgians for 30 + years. They are never boring! And their owners had better not be either. I plan on 2 hours a day of working with them just to keep them out of trouble. No I don't have a life, but I've had some phenomenal dogs!
Never, ever a boring moment and the sweetest, lovingest brown eyes in the furry kingdom! Couldn't live without this creature, our (second) Malinois in our lives. And never a day goes by without thinking of our first Malinois, who crossed over after 14 years with us. I know in my heart, that if I am good enough to get to the right place, when I go, he will be there waiting for me..
I’ve owned 3 BM for over 12 years. They’re so amazing and super smart. I just lost my male BM and am still devastated. He was the most loyal dog I’ve ever owned and protected our family and property like nobody’s business. He worked very hard right up to the very end. He remained alert and active even though he knew he was dying. RIP my Duke..until we meet again ❤
@@krob8547 thanks for your reply. Fortunately, a new BM, Lexi, just joined the family and she’s adorable ☺️ As expected, she’s a handful but already at 8 weeks old she wants to rule everyone ☺️
I got my first malinois about 6 months ago and boy let me tell you lol I should've researched heavily before saying yes to her. But I'm 29 and she's amazing and just absolutely just as smart as I am sometimes, I think. I'm just glad I have the energy to keep up with her and the SIX children, all under 8 years old. Yeah.
Our Belgian is new to us. She has been lovable and so intelligent. She knows how to ask to go outside, faithful to me where ever I am. If I'm doing dishes she is sleeping behind me. I go outside for yard work, she is keeping an eye on me from her yard. My grandkids just made a visit with us. I was a little concerned after reading some comments. I can say this, she is very tolerant and easily wears them out. Throwing the ball, tug a war with the rope, or just laying down in the middle of them watching TV and falling asleep. We love our Ginger.
We've had Belgians for 20 years. We now have 5 beautiful pack, we also have 200+ acres for them to run and jump in the lake. I am a animal trainer for Hollywood, best breed in the world. a lot of work but best dogs ever.
ours loves running in the shallow sea and chasing the breaking waves. He also runs into the deeper bits to scare off the cormorants and track the crows. He's the most beautiful, powerful running dog I've ever known.
Sadly I bought 1 from farm. Didn't know he had separation anxiety , now I learned how to leave with him, but is really hard work. He can be training only by me.
Hello there 😊 Im thinking of getting my first Belgian and they Will have a big terrain to entretain themselves! Do you have any tio before getting one? 🙏🏼
My Mal is absolutely fantastic! He is actually my very first dog and he is a rescue with a bad background. To my Mal, love you so much baby boy!!!!! You saved my life :)
My sister is getting rid of hers it's 2 years old never being abused or miss a meal never had puppies they cage trained her, she is a very beautiful dog I wished I could of gotten her it's free and she is very protective and will bite she only no mom and dad and two boys and me the brother
@@donovanlpowers6023 why on earth traing to live in a cage? dog must be terrified and bored out of its head - that IS abuse and also it should not be biting anyone! please tell your sister to take this lovely dog to a rescue home where they will find a warm and loving home that knows how to help this poor dog. Must also be very lonely if it only knows 5 people -what a shame - this poor dog!
My female Mali, Nina, is the most beautiful dog I´ve ever seen in my life, She has a lot of energy so we go to the park every single day even if it´s too cold or too hot or if its raining- She loves playing with her freesbe, and balls and water. I love her a lot. Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Mine will turn 16 years old this year. She is an amazing dog! She has eaten a couch. queen-sized bed and every throw pillow, but I still love her. She has a little PTSD from something that happened a few years ago, but I still work with her. Don't be fooled by them. Give the Malinois something to do, regardless of their age. They are active to their end.
I have a 16 months old and chewed all of my living room furniture. I am guilty of not giving her the exercise she needs, and I keep putting it off. My husband is not very happy. I made a commitment, and not only will I get the much needed exercise, but so will she. Lol
@enedinatorres1804 get yourself a bite sleeve Mals need to release all that pent up energy and start walking your Mal atleast once a day in less than a week you will see the difference in your Malinois
Loved video. My boy Judah is 3 now. 100% true about the mental stimulation. They are always learning. I've taught him sign language & kinds of things. There is nothing they cannot learn. He's my best friend & protector. Not a dog for home bodies.
My 10 yo Malinois is also described well in this video! So much to say about this breed!! Smart, stubborn, loyal and we're feeling safe with him by our side
My Malinios learned early that I suffered from anxiety. Unbeknownst to me she would come to me when I was having an attack. She also keeps an eye on my daughter. I remember when they were playing when they were both young. She was chasing my daughter (playing) and she fell. My dog felt so bad that she corrected herself. They began to run around again. She then would run around her instead of at her. So very smart. We run every morning and evening. She is crate trained. If she hears the keys, she goes straight to the crate. This is all funny because when I got her I didn't know what a Belgian Malinios was. I read horror stories. Come to find out I got the best dog in the world. I will tell you one thing. When I walk her, people go to the other side of the road. Which is so funny. She pays no one no mind. She wants to walk and sniff. 😅😅 Now I'm obsessed with the breed.
They are awesome dogs and you have given her a wonderful home. There is a reason people cross over the road away from you, they are extremely capable dogs and are stranger wary, so they don't like some people, so don't let strangers stroke or touch her. You can train the "touch" command into them. Get books by Resi Gerritsen one called The Malinois and the other called Personal Protection. They train Malinois for Search and Rescue. They will tell you that Malinois like quiet people, homes that are happy with no arguments or fighting. They like structure and strong, reliable leaders. They are extremely loyal and protective. They are extremely affectionate with their handlers and pack. They play rough, and extremely fast and powerful. Never throw a ball uphill and stand downhill upon the return 🤣 No one is coming into your home uninvited. If they do they will still be stuck in a corner when you get home 😉 Have a look at those books, there may be some secondhand ones online 👍
I beleive these dogs have adhd traits very anxious amd nervy, i have adhd and my malinios undeestands me 100% as i do her. I have never in my life come across such inteligence in a dog. Amazing. Then theres the walking up walls and trees activities my dog loves! Agility is her passion amd protecting me and my home she is excellent at her job. Cant wqit until the serious training starts. 2 years old when sjñhe is fully developed i shall start to take her on serious agility courses etc. French ring is something that interests me. These dogs are so Majestic. One ❤ Malinois
I suffer from PTSD and when I could feel a flashback coming on my Mal would be there with his paws on my shoulders head next to mine. He was only a pup when I started getting flashback symptoms, I reckon he understood what was going on better than I did !
We got a bm yesterday ( septemeber 24 2024 ) and she is loving the family , she was busy sniffing the house and exploring and always followed the master which is my dad . She is very big and i am excited to teach her new things and to love her very much.
I have a beligion malonio and hes 6 months ,still a puppy but very strong im only 9 yaers old and hes already stronger than me i ñove him sm hes very hiper and intellagiont but very aggresive with certin people but very gentle and loving with his loved ones , also in the whole niegborhood hes the youngest but barks like the oldest❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉
Seems the title should be “Five things you must never not do…” 😅 My Malinois, Shadow, was with me, all day, every day for almost fourteen years. He was the most loyal dog I’ve ever had. We lived in the Smoky Mountains for his first ten years. I was lucky enough to have him go to work with me every day. We traveled to the Rocky Mountains many times together. He was always alert for bears, but never chased them when we would see them. He would chase raccoons and squirrels, but not bears. I will miss him to the end of my days.
Thanks for the information. I had a French Mastiff, she was easy as can be, the Old English Bulldog, had similar issues that you mentioned and could have used the training.
They are not lien about boredom i got a belgian for my first dog i left the house for 2 hrs and omg bed, floor, bathroom was crazy 🤣 im smiling now but was furious at the time..this breed is not for the faint but worth every penny and they are lap dogs too reguarsless what you see on UA-cam they need that love and a lot of it they want to be in your skin its so crazy
100 % agree with you, mental stimulation AND exercises. 50% of dogs in shellters in France are Malinois... I would say that you can not fail on the basics of leadership with them (maybe a bit more than with other races) but this is basic stuff: - Loose leash walking - Not taking their food without permission - Not jumping on people - optionnal : not sleeping on your bed etc...
ours gets so excited at walkies time you just can't stop him jumping up and yelping, with a wildly wagging tail. I just wash my hoodies a bit more often. After two minutes he always stops.
I’ve had my BM/husky mix for a little over a month now. She’s SUCH a sweet and well behaved puppy. She doesn’t bite at all and is so gentle when playing with my cats. Absolute sweetheart and SO smart. Taught her sit, down, shake and stay within the first 3 days of owning her. She now knows jump, speak and adores getting to swim in our pool. I’m going to get her some sinking toys pretty soon to teach her how to dive.
I have a rescue Malinois who was severely abused, he is doing great now. Never yell at your Malinois unless it is an emergency and never punish, corrections are fine with positive reinforcement.
Maybe I’m lucky…I adopted a 1 year old Mal a year ago. He’s quickly learned how to heel, and no longer pulls on a leash. He gets two 45-60 minute leash walks each day and sleeps or plays with his sister (an American bulldog) the rest of the time. He craves human attention, gentle yet consistent discipline, and is eager to please. He does have some separation anxiety, so he is never in the house for stretches of time…instead he is on our large patio or playing in the backyard with four dogs at my friend’s house. I’m a dog lover, and want to spend time with him and teach him. I’m fascinated by the breed. He’s an amazing dog.
This video is so accurate. We took in a wild one from the streets months ago. He's only 1 year old, but so full of energy. He loves to play with our other puppy--corgi/pug. But he'll also tear things up outside if you don't give him enough attention and wear him out of energy. He's a very smart dog. You just have to find the time to train them and play around with them daily.
They will change a lot I'm the next few months, discipline also needed and a reputable professional trainer who has proven dogs to show, so he/she can show you their work. 👍
I've got my first Belgium malinois i got her at 2 months old and she's 4 years old now what a great dog she's with me 24 7 I'd be lost with out her she's great with people but doesn't get on with dog's i love her more than anything ❤️
Just adopted a Belgium Mal/ GSD mix about3 days ago, she’s so sweet, she seems kinda scared to be around new environments but she was in a shelter for most of her life and she is currently 16 weeks old and does have a nipping problem that is hard to break but overall very nice dawg already bonded with me and won’t leave my sight if I leave a room
She needs confidence building. Correct the biting. Be firm and consistent. I have a dominant mal/Tervuren cross, he is aggressive to any other dog outside of the home, whether a puppy or large breed. He doesn’t like other people either so I have to tell people not to pet him otherwise they get nipped! Provide plenty of different stimulation exercises and free running in a safe environment. The e collar is a marvelous tool ONCE the dog knows the command of recall. I only use an e collar outside free running to prevent him chasing wild animals or if we come across another dog/person, I can recall him and reinforce the command with the ecollar to ensure safe and effective return to heel. A dog MUST KNOW THE COMMANDS BEFORE USING A E COLLAR. Only set it on the lowest setting of discomfort for the dog, depending on fur. My dog has higher setting because he has a huge thick mane, unless he is wet from swimming or it’s raining…yes you have to exercise your dog in all weathers, then I lower the setting. I do not leave the e collar on the dog. End of walk and in the garden or house it’s in the cupboard.
Get in touch with a professional trainer with experience of Malinois. They must have proven experience. Or proven experience with GSD. Also get The Malinois by Resi Gerritsen. Excellent advice in her books, from a person who trains search and rescue Malinois and also does Dog Sport at high level. These dogs are different to other breeds and you need to get as much information as possible. You will enjoy the journey (although there will be tough days too). God bless you for rescuing that dog, you are a good person. Find a good trainer, even if you only go once a months, they will set goals for you 👍
same mix here. also from a shelter @ 4mo. Shes almost 8 mo. now. She will grow out of the "scardey cat" phase as i call it. just go a bit slower in new places. they notice every movement so the faster they know to watch you and you are calm, they will be calm. I let mine stop and watch for a minute before we move when she does this. she usually only does it the first time she goes somewhere. after that their confidence level gets real high and itll be a totally different experience.😂
Leave her to just bond with you. Yes no is perfect for these dogs. They are super cleverm mine was a timid little girl and really came out of her shell when i slowly introduced. Her to other dogs. She is now 16 months amd is perdect her recal is faultless. Just lwt her be around you learning all the time. Soon she will gain confidence and the 1st time your out walking with her and she hears something the absolute feeling of Awe when she bounds ahead 10 ft and stands firm growling at what she has heard is an amazing feeling you get inside, you know from that moment on 100% your dog loves you more than anything and will protect you instinctivley. Mine is my best pal she comes with me everywhere and is so well mannered. These dogs are Special. I am so happy for you.
The dog I’ve had for 3 months (now about 7.5 months old) is likely Malinois mixed with black mouth cur. Looks and acts a lot like Malinois. I was hoping for a less demanding dog, but she’s what I’ve got, and I’m in love with her. I’m about to turn 73 - not, I think, the ideal age for the breed! Increasingly, I’m realizing that my rather lackadaisical training just ain’t gonna cut it. So far she obeys commands when she feels like it - super distracible and interested in every damn thing. She tends to be the boss in a gentle way, so she doesn’t understand that she really ought to do what I tell her. Much work ahead, but I think it will be well worth the effort. Send me strength!
Mine won’t listen either she won’t grab anything or pick up anything or she just focuses on treat in my hand everybody says their smart but she won’t even look at what I’m pointing at
@@glenn1you0She is wonderful. Not very obedient, but I adore her. Not an aggressive bone in her. She’s just past 2 now, and I’m considering going back to the trainer. Dahlia still has abundant energy but is less crazed. My vet said she’s “brilliant” (not smart, mind you, brilliant. She said it twice.) So clearly any obedience problem lies in the resident trainer, ie, me. She brings more love and joy into my life than I had imagined was possible.
This is good advice for any of the high energy herding, working breeds. Border Collies, GSD, Visla.....you get the drift. There are plenty of laidback companion dog breeds if that is what you are looking for. Get the right dog for your family and lifestyle. Or better yet, go get a shelter dog and save a life.
We have a Mal/Border Collie mix. She is exceptionally bright. Enjoys training. She loves alll people. I take her on hour long walks and rotate places to go every day. If it’s raining, I take her for excursions to dog friendly stores and strict behavior training. People always ask if she is a GSD/police dog. I’ve also learned that I have to crate her for a couple of hours each afternoon in order for her to rest. We purchased a large crate for her. She has no off switch, so she seems to need this down time. We play a sort of "herding" /fetch game with her in the house with a large soft ball. She also loves to play "seek the tennis ball"., but will eat the ball if unsupervised. Cannot leave her alone, because she wants to eat literally everything….but I do love here!
ours has his cosy house, that I built myself, in a quiet spot outside the front gate, with his favourite blanket and old shampoo bottle. I give him a pile of lamb ribs to chew for an hour every lunchtime to settle him down, then he has a snooze before chasing a few vans up and down the road.
Excellent video about a superb breed. I have had several malinois and I would not change them for anything else. Regrettably, I am too old to start with a new one. Thank you for an excellent video❤❤❤!
I have had two rescue Malenois female breeders. They have both had initial issues but a little bit of TLC makes a huge difference. They are beautiful natured and a special breed. We have adored the two girls we have had.
I was lucky enough to rescue an almost four year old Malinois and I WILL never own a different breed of dog. We’ve been together less than 30 days and everyday I’m impressed more. Please, if you don’t have time or energy, don’t get one. Fortunately for her, I do.
Anybody who thinks about getting a Belgian Malinois should watch this video to know what they get themselves into. I have one. I saved it from being killed in a shelter. They are very often misunderstood. It was difficult to get my dog to behave but once I did it, it is absolutely worth it. Intelligence and loyalty are absolute reward. Please share this video with people who may get this dog.
I rescued Sugar at 7 months and since then approximately 7 years she has rarely not been at my side. She's highly protective, including jealous of me and has nipped anyone giving me a hug and showing affection. I am guilty of not having a veterinarian and the last time with a veterinarian needed to be muzzled of which I had a hard time In doing so.
I love this breed but i know i am not ready for that type of commitment at this time. My job demands too much from me right now and when this changes in the future, I’m all in. But for now its just admiration.
@@rong2912 But in fact almost everyone in the USA calls the breed Mal- in- wah not Mal- een- wah. People get the wah all right. But the middle vowel is usually made American "in".
My Belgian Shepherd she is 15 years old. Oh you agree 100% with five things not to do they really really need lots of exercise and love. If you do this they are the best dogs in the world.
My maligator is 18 months old and he just started training for protection and how to be a service dog. He goes with me to work daily and I try to keep him busy and disciplined. He is a wonderful and loyal fury friend and although I was tempted to give him back a couple of times before he turned a year old, I’m extremely happy that I trained him and he got much better. We are fortunate to afford more training and we’re very excited to see the results. Best breed ever! ❤
Beautiful breed. MUST KNOW what you're doing! My son had one, raised him from a pup. NO, never trusted the dog to be near strangers. Diffidently not children. NOT for the armature dog owner. DO LOVE the breed!!
Moi j' ai eu pas mal de chien dans ma vie mais Tzar 29 mois aujourd'hui c'est de loin le chien le plus intéressant que j' ai, intelligent rapide obéissant volontaire gentil mais protection rapprochée je suis dingue de cette race que je ne connaissais pas ❤❤❤❤
Thank you!!!! I have a 100lb Mal. Sent Sully off to B3K9 in Sparks NV. ROCKERS!!! Yes, the first 3 years, Sully is a rescue. He was 11months when we got him. AMAZING DOG! Now I've slacked. And are going back to them again. After Covid, (Not an excuse), and being with me 24/7, he's become aggressive with people. Never was before. Children, other dogs, homeless, never mattered, he was easy. Now...well a bit of a shit! My fault!!!! Completely!!! So I'm now going to pay to go back, and be the baby that he was. THANK YOU!!! You reaffirmed what I was feeling!
Thank you for putting good and accurate information out there regarding this wonderful, energetic, dog that requires a lot of time investment by the owner.
We picked up our incredible Malinois when he was 4 months old. He is 9 months old now and the joy of my life. As a Malinois puppy, he's very time consuming but he is worth every minute. We do about 3.5 hours a day of physical activity. In the evenings, we work on other things indoors. He knows our schedule very well and keeps me on my toes! He adores our 8 year old Boston Terrier and is very protective of his little big brother. Lol
We adopted a Mal mix last year, not knowing that she was a Malinois (she was listed as a German Shepherd/Husky mix). She's incredibly calm (would rather sleep than do almost anything). She's very quiet (we've had her almost 11 months, and we've heard her bark 3 times). She doesn't play though. Toys and balls simply don't interest her. Training, on the other hand she adores. I think she perceives THAT as play. She is very protective when she perceives that there might be a threat to me (she loves my husband, but I'm her person). She will automatically come to a very close heel if she sees something she doesn't like. She's never bitten anyone, and doesn't seem to have a strong prey drive (she ignores cats, and has a wild rabbit friend that she plays tag with).
@@kiefermeister Mr Henry, there is not enough space for me to tell you about the Mal. I have a 10 month AKC Mal who's parents were relocated from overseas. I researched and read books for almost a year with my hubby. We got pick of first liter and selected her at an early age. She remained with the breeder until 12wks while he worked on commands with her. I have worked with several trainers. I have tried puppy daycares to socialize her. She is a handful. I am retired and over the age of 50. If I had known. She is beautiful, energetic, stubborn, anxious, alpha, etc... Nothing can prepare you. I thought I was ready. These are NOT crate dogs. Be prepared. My dog does NOT like other dogs. She barks at them through the car window for no apparent reason. I've been given multi reasons as to why I am not having great stories to tell like the other people communicating with you. Exercise her more. Socalize her more. Use the Ecollar. Be more stern. The list goes on. I want you to know, it is NOT all roses. My pup follows me everywhere. She prefers me over my hubby because he still works and she and I have been together from 12 weeks on...none stop. I have not figured out how we will travel with her. She is NOT going in the belly of an airplane. When I say she does not want other dogs near her. She does not even want to see them. What have I gotten myself into! Good Luck
@@lorielenamarie I do feel fortunate. Mostly. She does suffer from isolation anxiety, which is a problem if we leave for an extended period of time. We can't crate her when we're gone, because she tries to escape her crate. So that's the downside.
My female Belgian was an amazing protective, loving & super intelligent she recently passed away at 14 yrs old 😢 RIP Sstyx 🐕 our family always felt safe with this breed til we met again
I have a 3 year old named Ozzy. He is the most amazing dog. He goes everywhere with me. Including an 8 day stay in the hospital. His absolute favorite thing is to roll up his squeaky in my bedding. He is very patient with kids. He knows his boundaries He's had zero training One of the best things about him...... 3 years....not a single bath. Worst thing..... If he doesn't walk/run several miles a day he will make me miserable. Best thing about the worst thing......at 53 I'm in the best shape of my life.
I love Mal's ! They're awesome dog's as long as you aren't lazy. Also, as long as you give them SOME kind of job and train them constantly. I've got a 50/50 Rottweiler - Malinois & even as a pup, one of THE smartest young dog's I've ever seen ! But, his energy is already INSANE!! lol
My mom and I recently adopted a Malinois, he's only 2 months old, but he's already showing spank and attitude, as well as listening to some commands. He is going to be my mom's service dog, and yes, we have read about the breed and have done our research, but we are willing to learn anything and everything new from other Malinois owners
We were given a Malinois 2 1/2 years old that had been extensively trained. Small yard not acceptable. Luckily we live on 2 acres and the female dog has plenty of space to run !!. Ball throwing every day is a must. Then later she comes in the house and behaves very well . Follows me around everywhere, loves company . We are retired so never left alone for very long.
I've been a owner of many rottweilers in my 19 years of life, But for the first time I own a 2 month old Belgian Malinois, and I can see the difference between them, my Mal likes to snap a lot especially to my rottweilers, which they (Rotties) never did. And besides she (Malinois) is soooooo energetic!!!!!
I agree 100% which is why I will always have two. My dogs are rarely alone and are never crated. I don't need a fence since I live at the end of the road on 10 acres and they have never wandered. These dogs are not for everyone which is why I see so many that need to be rescued. Do your research if you want one and don't kid yourself about how active they are. In the right home, they are the best dog out there. In the wrong home, they will be your worst nightmare.
I have just adopted this breed as my care dog, I have MS, and he will be trained for my condition. I live in Spain can you send a picture of the jacket they can wear for water, food and my medicine, do you recommend some weights to tire him out? He is 8 months at the moment and a joy.
Mine is always ready to play but never destructive when left alone. She'll get into food in the pantry when we forget to close the door, but has never torn or bitten anything she wasn't supposed to. She gets brush up bite training once a year but she's pretty low maintenance.
I have a malinos and just like the other comment I read he can hold the couch down all day to ..he does get really worked up sometimes and certainly goes after the mail truck .I love on a ranch and he's very serious about guarding the fence line but boy he is good at chilling ..I throw the ball and he looks at me like I'm supposed to fetch it . But he's fantastic he does his real job great and I love him so very much . The true meaning of man's best friend.
Ok, we just adopted an 8-year-old more or less abandoned male Malinois. We had the vet over, and I just then learned about this breed. He advised us to get his weight up. It's been weeks now, and we try to spend some quality time with him. He feels so much better now and is so loving and loyal. However, I am concerned about his need for work/exercise. We all are very busy people. I try to spend some playtime with him, and at night, I huddle down with him and pet him. He and I also love to listen to some of my own music. He seems to like it. Anyway, my question is, how can we, being so busy, provide him with a better active life. I feel I should have evaluated him before accepting. But, then again, he was so skinny and, like I said, abandoned. He is much more lifely today, and of course, requests attention all the time. Any suggestions are very much welcomed and appreciated, thank you!
Try to provide him as much exercise as you can when you aren’t busy. I’ll advise you get someone to help, they’re high energy, and he might get frustrated at the lack of constant stimulation at some point.
Hide a favorite toy in the house, try scent work (lots of Of videos on that on You Tube). Mental puzzles or games will do almost as much, but they still need exercise. Try frisbee or throwing a ball.
I inherited this dog from a friend at work. He just needed someone to watch his cat and dog for about six weeks until he found a new place. he lost his job and then his place to stay and I inherited the dog and cat. She was a year old when I got her. She had not been house trained. She was aggressive nut not mean. She was very athletic and highly intelligent. She thought the neighborhood was her area to protect. She was too aggressive with people, so I had to put her on a chain if she was out without my supervision. Thankfully, in the house, she did not chew on everything. I had no idea what type of dog she was. I thought she was a mutt until I saw a dog that looked just like her on the front of a product package. I had her for over a year and she still was not housetrained. I was at my wits end and almost ready to find her a new home. While searching the internet for some answers, I discovered what type of dog she is, a Belgian Malinois. After learning about her and following some suggestions, she is almost house trained and doing much better. She loves attention and I give her lots of love and praises. Her constant companion is a miniature poodle, Petey. He is about 1/10 her size, but does a great job at keeping her in line. She has learned to respect his boundaries, and he has learned to dodge her wagging tail. She also has cats to keep her busy.
My Mal is wonderful. He has his own personality, he is smart, funny, and a little clumsy. Our cuddles are my favorite part of the day, that is when we have them. Sometimes he isn't into cuddling. I did not know he was a Mal until after I adopted him as the shelter labeled him a GS. My son's girlfriend whose trainer for her dog has Mals and that is how I found out he was a Mal. She told me he is not a GS he is a Mal. So I have been doing my research, and much of what was mentioned here is true. I do need to work on the heel nipping, which I did not realize could be a problem. It doesn't bother me when he does it because I know he is playing/wants to play, but it could cause a problem with others. Thank you for providing this insight.
Work with that professional trainer that has Mals regarding that heel nipping. It is something that needs sorting out ASAP. Professional trainers will save you hours of hard work and stress. A trainer that works with Mals and has them knows the breed, they can tell you what to do in one lesson and that information can transform you and your dog. The reason they are in rescues is often because people don't want to invest the time and a little money into these dogs, but that investment will teach you so much and you will enjoy years with a well-behaved Mallie, a true and loyal servant. Once you go to a good trainer, you will understand what I mean. Don't struggle on by yourself, you will waste so much time. Get it sorted now. Just some advice 👍💖
I just had two malinois dumped in front of my house recently. I had a mix years ago but I would love to have some advice on how to be with these new puppies. I have three other dogs of different breeds but these dogs are different for sure. It would be great if I can get some advice on what to start out with since they're only 8 weeks old
Exercising doesn’t mean going to the dog park while your sitting on the bench with your cell phone or going to someone’s house to let them run free just because they live in a wooded area.
Our Belgian Malinois is nine months old DEC 2023. When should we start intense training.? "Nash" loves people. We picked him at 8 weeks because he was comfortable around us over the other 8 puppies. That has proved to be a good move. He loves all family members (3). He is good outside and he's cage trained but inside the house he is outta control getting into everything. We play with him a lot fetching, running and playing with other dogs his size. He is very intelligent and can usually anticipate what's next. He has a routine and if it is interrupted he gets anxiety and paces.
Your right ….I walk my dog every day with mental commands , she is the smartest dog I ever had…..she also as another gear that other dogs don’t have , she is amazing !
Yes my very first dog I own , 18 months at first I was crying stressed and unhappy. As he started to grow up we did lots of obedience and physical training, his now the most loving loyal dog and as a first timer dog owner I would never recommend this unless you really know a lot about them first .
2 things Malines effectively doesn't exist. The city is Mechelen and is in the Flemish part of Belgium. Thus officially the dutch name has to be used. Not the French translation. Second which is an anecdote. I had a Malinois fully trained in Belgium ring with health issues. He had to stay in a crate for 6 months with only short walks on leach to do his necessities to avoid him further injuring his ligaments in his hind knees and help him heal. It is possible to do it but certainly not a good thing to do. He came out just fine
I love my Belgian! I’ve had great dogs before. This dog is different on a whole different level. I couldn’t have asked for a better all be it demanding friend.
Thank you for that great informative video. My belgium Shepher is almost 1 year... her name is Mali and we have her since she is 4 and half months. She is very loving but She came with lots of fears... i run and live at a farm so she gets plenty of exercise... however, she is agressive towards some people and children and that worries me. Any advice?
Belgians are naturally protective of those they consider family and although it’s a good thing, it can result in what your pup is doing. The best way to curb this is to socialize her as much as you can with other dogs and people.
I have a mix. Shepherd Mali mix. He is a rescue. He just hit 2yrs. We walk away from the neighborhood. Take him in the car to see new sights and sounds. He can see people, but from a distance and not panic. We pay him for being a good boy during the walk. 5-10 of sniffing before we get started to take his edge off, too. Also, we have a rock solid Labrador that goes with us. A sound solid dog rubs off on a not so sound solid dog.
Our guy is just over a year old. Traditional class type training just did not work for him at all. He's not food driven so he became very frustrated and would act up. We are fortunate where we live which is close to the beach and the mountain. He goes out every single day to the beach or a hiking trail. There's always loads of dogs and people around so he's continually socialized. His best is when we take 2 balls down to the beach. I throw the one and as he's running back I show him that I have another and throw that in the other direction. The acceleration is scary and he comes past like a freight train after that 2nd ball. We also run with him 2-3 times a week for 5km. We have a stretchy lead and a waist harness that I wear as he is way too strong for my wife to run with. We absolutely love him but you have to do the work. And there are lots and lots of times when it feels like a waste of time.
Hi Duane I have a intact male Malinois who is also incredibly intense and sounds like a horse when running. Just a heads up with the high speed running, they can injure themselves fairly easily and not indicate minor pain causing further damage. I try thinking of Malinois as the sports cars of the dog world. They’re not your everyday beater that just goes. They need special oil for the turbo, the right kind of fuel at the right time etc. basically I don’t throw ball much if ever now, we mostly do distance hikes. Tracking, schutzhond. Anyway, good luck with the training
@@michaelnuttall5896 hi! So are you recommending no running at all so as to avoid any sort of injury? I would say I’m fairly paranoid about injuries but I’m not sure I can imagine a mal without running. Would love to hear back. Thanks !
@@lorielenamarie Hey Lori, so basically some of the Malinois handlers/trainers will avoid and often outright tell you not to play fetch for a multitude of reasons, they are a breed that requires an owners manual. For example one of the reasons for not playing fetch is simply that their time and energy is better spent completing complex and compounded commands within a very short training period. When the dog is most willing and able to complete said tasks as the mental side of training, reality is you are working with a shorter block than the physical side. Which at the end of the day does imply that if your not capable of teaching your Malinois or Dutch Shepherd daily, as if you were a pro. Then avoid the breed.. because fetch will tire them out physically sure but it will leave them wanting more mentally. Think about this for a moment, when modern millitary and police use these dogs, not only do they recieve training by well funded lifelong professionals with all the necessary equipment. They also have many dog handlers, to occupy the more mundain tasks, they have physio, psych testing, full medical. All that said, if you do want to play fetch just watch that fatigue meter(the tongue) when it starts looking like a shovel, then take a break). Only play in warm/hot weather. Cold weather or cold water and the chances of a pulled hamstring or overflexed abductors increase.
I found one at the landfill that someone just got rid of. He gets along good for the most part with my other three dogs. My questions are mostly about what are the best ways to engage his mind and body that I can do to help him? I am an old guy not able to run or jog anymore. So far he doesn't bite but he does growl at anyone who approaches me, so he seems to be protective of me, but hasn't started taking commands. He is a bout 2 years old the vet said, is it too late for obedience classes?
No, it's not too late. First, start with simple commands and try to engage his mind. Train him to obey these commands and carry them out. Mental stimulation is very important for them, so also engage his mind with games or puzzle toys. For the body, taking him for walks, even if they're just short walks will also help a lot. Give him a job, he needs one, no matter what it is. Could be watching your home, guarding it, anything that he knows it's his job to take care of. They are more things you can do, but these are the basic ones you can start with.
The Belgian will be your nightmare if you not meant to have one. There's nothing cool about having a strong drive dog, that craves deep physical and emotional satisfaction. In the right hands though, they are pure bliss. Research, and ask those who know!
I have a 6 yr gsd and 7 month girl mal. My male shepherd was a lot to handle through his teen yrs as he was always trying to be the dominant one. Now he is great and a good big brother for his little sister. They wear each other out.!
My Mal 5 month girl is so pesty and annoying and jumping and biting others. She can't tell my housemates corrections from play, and they're afraid to give her corrections that register as a "correction", not as "play", so they complain, but it doesn't stop. I'm winning, I'm slowly getting the training to take effect. Yes, I'm slowly getting my housemates trained. They're so much slower to learn than she is. I tell them they should be thankful at least someone is always happy to see them when they get home. She's actually a very good girl, great with people outside the house, makes friends everywhere she goes, makes lots of doggie friends too. She loves pool fetch, a swimming fool just like her mom. I'm away out of town right now and I miss her pestiness and love. Best girl ever.
I have had Belgians for 30 + years. They are never boring! And their owners had better not be either. I plan on 2 hours a day of working with them just to keep them out of trouble. No I don't have a life, but I've had some phenomenal dogs!
Lol, keeps you out of trouble too. We could be drinking too much gin if we didn't have them.
My youngest Mal is an alcoholic and is on probation… we’re constantly hiding his car keys too.
@@2K9s must be a mal mix then, cos malinois are easier keepers than teenagers 🤣
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And he understands jokes.
Nice to see that there are other crazy women on here too 👍🤣🐾💗
Never, ever a boring moment and the sweetest, lovingest brown eyes in the furry kingdom!
Couldn't live without this creature, our (second) Malinois in our lives. And never a day goes by without thinking of our first Malinois, who crossed over after 14 years with us. I know in my heart, that if I am good enough to get to the right place, when I go, he will be there waiting for me..
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I’ve owned 3 BM for over 12 years. They’re so amazing and super smart. I just lost my male BM and am still devastated. He was the most loyal dog I’ve ever owned and protected our family and property like nobody’s business. He worked very hard right up to the very end. He remained alert and active even though he knew he was dying. RIP my Duke..until we meet again ❤
I'm so sorry for your loss......
@@JOLEE462 Thanks so much.
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It's a shame these brilliant dogs or family members don't live longer, it's heart breaking for sure,sorry for your loss
@@krob8547 thanks for your reply. Fortunately, a new BM, Lexi, just joined the family and she’s adorable ☺️ As expected, she’s a handful but already at 8 weeks old she wants to rule everyone ☺️
I got my first malinois about 6 months ago and boy let me tell you lol I should've researched heavily before saying yes to her. But I'm 29 and she's amazing and just absolutely just as smart as I am sometimes, I think. I'm just glad I have the energy to keep up with her and the SIX children, all under 8 years old. Yeah.
Our Belgian is new to us. She has been lovable and so intelligent. She knows how to ask to go outside, faithful to me where ever I am. If I'm doing dishes she is sleeping behind me. I go outside for yard work, she is keeping an eye on me from her yard. My grandkids just made a visit with us. I was a little concerned after reading some comments. I can say this, she is very tolerant and easily wears them out. Throwing the ball, tug a war with the rope, or just laying down in the middle of them watching TV and falling asleep.
We love our Ginger.
We've had Belgians for 20 years. We now have 5 beautiful pack, we also have 200+ acres for them to run and jump in the lake. I am a animal trainer for Hollywood, best breed in the world. a lot of work but best dogs ever.
ours loves running in the shallow sea and chasing the breaking waves. He also runs into the deeper bits to scare off the cormorants and track the crows. He's the most beautiful, powerful running dog I've ever known.
Sadly I bought 1 from farm. Didn't know he had separation anxiety , now I learned how to leave with him, but is really hard work. He can be training only by me.
Hello there 😊
Im thinking of getting my first Belgian and they Will have a big terrain to entretain themselves!
Do you have any tio before getting one? 🙏🏼
My Mal is absolutely fantastic!
He is actually my very first dog and he is a rescue with a bad background. To my Mal, love you so much baby boy!!!!! You saved my life :)
I have a Mal that is just like that, cute, protective, and friendly! She is the best!
If you don't mind telling me what do you mean "you saved my life"?
My sister is getting rid of hers it's 2 years old never being abused or miss a meal never had puppies they cage trained her, she is a very beautiful dog I wished I could of gotten her it's free and she is very protective and will bite she only no mom and dad and two boys and me the brother
@@donovanlpowers6023 What are you talking about biting?
@@donovanlpowers6023 why on earth traing to live in a cage? dog must be terrified and bored out of its head - that IS abuse and also it should not be biting anyone! please tell your sister to take this lovely dog to a rescue home where they will find a warm and loving home that knows how to help this poor dog. Must also be very lonely if it only knows 5 people -what a shame - this poor dog!
My female Mali, Nina, is the most beautiful dog I´ve ever seen in my life, She has a lot of energy so we go to the park every single day even if it´s too cold or too hot or if its raining- She loves playing with her freesbe, and balls and water. I love her a lot. Buenos Aires, Argentina.
I love my Mal as well
Mine will turn 16 years old this year. She is an amazing dog! She has eaten a couch. queen-sized bed and every throw pillow, but I still love her. She has a little PTSD from something that happened a few years ago, but I still work with her. Don't be fooled by them. Give the Malinois something to do, regardless of their age. They are active to their end.
I have a 16 months old and chewed all of my living room furniture. I am guilty of not giving her the exercise she needs, and I keep putting it off. My husband is not very happy. I made a commitment, and not only will I get the much needed exercise, but so will she. Lol
@enedinatorres1804 get yourself a bite sleeve Mals need to release all that pent up energy and start walking your Mal atleast once a day in less than a week you will see the difference in your Malinois
Loved video. My boy Judah is 3 now. 100% true about the mental stimulation. They are always learning. I've taught him sign language & kinds of things. There is nothing they cannot learn. He's my best friend & protector. Not a dog for home bodies.
My 10 yo Malinois is also described well in this video! So much to say about this breed!! Smart, stubborn, loyal and we're feeling safe with him by our side
Best dog ever! Love her to death, smart, protective, loving.
My Malinios learned early that I suffered from anxiety. Unbeknownst to me she would come to me when I was having an attack. She also keeps an eye on my daughter. I remember when they were playing when they were both young. She was chasing my daughter (playing) and she fell. My dog felt so bad that she corrected herself. They began to run around again. She then would run around her instead of at her. So very smart. We run every morning and evening. She is crate trained. If she hears the keys, she goes straight to the crate. This is all funny because when I got her I didn't know what a Belgian Malinios was. I read horror stories. Come to find out I got the best dog in the world. I will tell you one thing. When I walk her, people go to the other side of the road. Which is so funny. She pays no one no mind. She wants to walk and sniff. 😅😅 Now I'm obsessed with the breed.
Wow, this sounds lovely. Say hi to her for me!🙂
They are awesome dogs and you have given her a wonderful home. There is a reason people cross over the road away from you, they are extremely capable dogs and are stranger wary, so they don't like some people, so don't let strangers stroke or touch her. You can train the "touch" command into them. Get books by Resi Gerritsen one called The Malinois and the other called Personal Protection. They train Malinois for Search and Rescue. They will tell you that Malinois like quiet people, homes that are happy with no arguments or fighting. They like structure and strong, reliable leaders. They are extremely loyal and protective. They are extremely affectionate with their handlers and pack. They play rough, and extremely fast and powerful. Never throw a ball uphill and stand downhill upon the return 🤣 No one is coming into your home uninvited. If they do they will still be stuck in a corner when you get home 😉 Have a look at those books, there may be some secondhand ones online 👍
I beleive these dogs have adhd traits very anxious amd nervy, i have adhd and my malinios undeestands me 100% as i do her. I have never in my life come across such inteligence in a dog. Amazing. Then theres the walking up walls and trees activities my dog loves! Agility is her passion amd protecting me and my home she is excellent at her job. Cant wqit until the serious training starts. 2 years old when sjñhe is fully developed i shall start to take her on serious agility courses etc. French ring is something that interests me. These dogs are so Majestic. One ❤ Malinois
I'm getting a gsd/mal tomorrow to train to be my service dog
I suffer from PTSD and when I could feel a flashback coming on my Mal would be there with his paws on my shoulders head next to mine. He was only a pup when I started getting flashback symptoms, I reckon he understood what was going on better than I did !
We got a bm yesterday ( septemeber 24 2024 ) and she is loving the family , she was busy sniffing the house and exploring and always followed the master which is my dad . She is very big and i am excited to teach her new things and to love her very much.
I have a beligion malonio and hes 6 months ,still a puppy but very strong im only 9 yaers old and hes already stronger than me i ñove him sm hes very hiper and intellagiont but very aggresive with certin people but very gentle and loving with his loved ones , also in the whole niegborhood hes the youngest but barks like the oldest❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉
Seems the title should be “Five things you must never not do…” 😅
My Malinois, Shadow, was with me, all day, every day for almost fourteen years. He was the most loyal dog I’ve ever had.
We lived in the Smoky Mountains for his first ten years. I was lucky enough to have him go to work with me every day. We traveled to the Rocky Mountains many times together. He was always alert for bears, but never chased them when we would see them. He would chase raccoons and squirrels, but not bears.
I will miss him to the end of my days.
Sounds like my girl, why don't you get another Mallie to bring even more joy into your life. They need good masters like you. 👍
same here. mine died 2 months ago and feel like i've lost my right arm. I really took for granted how their need for purpose gave me purpose.
Thanks for the information. I had a French Mastiff, she was easy as can be, the Old English Bulldog, had similar issues that you mentioned and could have used the training.
Great tips! I never realized how much mental stimulation they need. My Malinois loves agility classes!
They are not lien about boredom i got a belgian for my first dog i left the house for 2 hrs and omg bed, floor, bathroom was crazy 🤣 im smiling now but was furious at the time..this breed is not for the faint but worth every penny and they are lap dogs too reguarsless what you see on UA-cam they need that love and a lot of it they want to be in your skin its so crazy
100 % agree with you, mental stimulation AND exercises.
50% of dogs in shellters in France are Malinois...
I would say that you can not fail on the basics of leadership with them (maybe a bit more than with other races) but this is basic stuff:
- Loose leash walking
- Not taking their food without permission
- Not jumping on people
- optionnal : not sleeping on your bed etc...
it is the standard, they are so energetic, endless energy really, my Mal ceases to surprise me.
Is this the not list you fool?
50%? Really?
@@staceystrukel1917 yes !
ours gets so excited at walkies time you just can't stop him jumping up and yelping, with a wildly wagging tail. I just wash my hoodies a bit more often. After two minutes he always stops.
I’ve had my BM/husky mix for a little over a month now.
She’s SUCH a sweet and well behaved puppy. She doesn’t bite at all and is so gentle when playing with my cats. Absolute sweetheart and SO smart. Taught her sit, down, shake and stay within the first 3 days of owning her. She now knows jump, speak and adores getting to swim in our pool. I’m going to get her some sinking toys pretty soon to teach her how to dive.
I have a rescue Malinois who was severely abused, he is doing great now. Never yell at your Malinois unless it is an emergency and never punish, corrections are fine with positive reinforcement.
Maybe I’m lucky…I adopted a 1 year old Mal a year ago. He’s quickly learned how to heel, and no longer pulls on a leash. He gets two 45-60 minute leash walks each day and sleeps or plays with his sister (an American bulldog) the rest of the time. He craves human attention, gentle yet consistent discipline, and is eager to please. He does have some separation anxiety, so he is never in the house for stretches of time…instead he is on our large patio or playing in the backyard with four dogs at my friend’s house. I’m a dog lover, and want to spend time with him and teach him. I’m fascinated by the breed. He’s an amazing dog.
they are very smart and learn very quickly
How did you get him to stop pulling on the leash?
This video is so accurate. We took in a wild one from the streets months ago. He's only 1 year old, but so full of energy. He loves to play with our other puppy--corgi/pug. But he'll also tear things up outside if you don't give him enough attention and wear him out of energy. He's a very smart dog. You just have to find the time to train them and play around with them daily.
They will change a lot I'm the next few months, discipline also needed and a reputable professional trainer who has proven dogs to show, so he/she can show you their work. 👍
I am trying my best. I play with him, brush him, which he absolutely loves, and we cuddle every night.
I've got my first Belgium malinois i got her at 2 months old and she's 4 years old now what a great dog she's with me 24 7 I'd be lost with out her she's great with people but doesn't get on with dog's i love her more than anything ❤️
Just adopted a Belgium Mal/ GSD mix about3 days ago, she’s so sweet, she seems kinda scared to be around new environments but she was in a shelter for most of her life and she is currently 16 weeks old and does have a nipping problem that is hard to break but overall very nice dawg already bonded with me and won’t leave my sight if I leave a room
She needs confidence building. Correct the biting. Be firm and consistent. I have a dominant mal/Tervuren cross, he is aggressive to any other dog outside of the home, whether a puppy or large breed. He doesn’t like other people either so I have to tell people not to pet him otherwise they get nipped! Provide plenty of different stimulation exercises and free running in a safe environment. The e collar is a marvelous tool ONCE the dog knows the command of recall. I only use an e collar outside free running to prevent him chasing wild animals or if we come across another dog/person, I can recall him and reinforce the command with the ecollar to ensure safe and effective return to heel. A dog MUST KNOW THE COMMANDS BEFORE USING A E COLLAR. Only set it on the lowest setting of discomfort for the dog, depending on fur. My dog has higher setting because he has a huge thick mane, unless he is wet from swimming or it’s raining…yes you have to exercise your dog in all weathers, then I lower the setting. I do not leave the e collar on the dog. End of walk and in the garden or house it’s in the cupboard.
Get in touch with a professional trainer with experience of Malinois. They must have proven experience. Or proven experience with GSD. Also get The Malinois by Resi Gerritsen. Excellent advice in her books, from a person who trains search and rescue Malinois and also does Dog Sport at high level. These dogs are different to other breeds and you need to get as much information as possible. You will enjoy the journey (although there will be tough days too). God bless you for rescuing that dog, you are a good person. Find a good trainer, even if you only go once a months, they will set goals for you 👍
same mix here. also from a shelter @ 4mo. Shes almost 8 mo. now. She will grow out of the "scardey cat" phase as i call it. just go a bit slower in new places. they notice every movement so the faster they know to watch you and you are calm, they will be calm. I let mine stop and watch for a minute before we move when she does this. she usually only does it the first time she goes somewhere. after that their confidence level gets real high and itll be a totally different experience.😂
Leave her to just bond with you. Yes no is perfect for these dogs. They are super cleverm mine was a timid little girl and really came out of her shell when i slowly introduced. Her to other dogs. She is now 16 months amd is perdect her recal is faultless. Just lwt her be around you learning all the time. Soon she will gain confidence and the 1st time your out walking with her and she hears something the absolute feeling of Awe when she bounds ahead 10 ft and stands firm growling at what she has heard is an amazing feeling you get inside, you know from that moment on 100% your dog loves you more than anything and will protect you instinctivley. Mine is my best pal she comes with me everywhere and is so well mannered. These dogs are Special. I am so happy for you.
The dog I’ve had for 3 months (now about 7.5 months old) is likely Malinois mixed with black mouth cur. Looks and acts a lot like Malinois. I was hoping for a less demanding dog, but she’s what I’ve got, and I’m in love with her. I’m about to turn 73 - not, I think, the ideal age for the breed! Increasingly, I’m realizing that my rather lackadaisical training just ain’t gonna cut it. So far she obeys commands when she feels like it - super distracible and interested in every damn thing. She tends to be the boss in a gentle way, so she doesn’t understand that she really ought to do what I tell her. Much work ahead, but I think it will be well worth the effort. Send me strength!
Mine won’t listen either she won’t grab anything or pick up anything or she just focuses on treat in my hand everybody says their smart but she won’t even look at what I’m pointing at
How is she now?
@@glenn1you0She is wonderful. Not very obedient, but I adore her. Not an aggressive bone in her. She’s just past 2 now, and I’m considering going back to the trainer. Dahlia still has abundant energy but is less crazed. My vet said she’s “brilliant” (not smart, mind you, brilliant. She said it twice.) So clearly any obedience problem lies in the resident trainer, ie, me. She brings more love and joy into my life than I had imagined was possible.
This is good advice for any of the high energy herding, working breeds. Border Collies, GSD, Visla.....you get the drift. There are plenty of laidback companion dog breeds if that is what you are looking for. Get the right dog for your family and lifestyle. Or better yet, go get a shelter dog and save a life.
We have a Mal/Border Collie mix. She is exceptionally bright. Enjoys training. She loves alll people.
I take her on hour long walks and rotate places to go every day. If it’s raining, I take her for excursions to dog friendly stores and strict behavior training. People always ask if she is a GSD/police dog.
I’ve also learned that I have to crate her for a couple of hours each afternoon in order for her to rest. We purchased a large crate for her. She has no off switch, so she seems to need this down time. We play a sort of "herding" /fetch game with her in the house with a large soft ball. She also loves to play "seek the tennis ball"., but will eat the ball if unsupervised. Cannot leave her alone, because she wants to eat literally everything….but I do love here!
ours has his cosy house, that I built myself, in a quiet spot outside the front gate, with his favourite blanket and old shampoo bottle. I give him a pile of lamb ribs to chew for an hour every lunchtime to settle him down, then he has a snooze before chasing a few vans up and down the road.
Excellent video about a superb breed. I have had several malinois and I would not change them for anything else. Regrettably, I am too old to start with a new one. Thank you for an excellent video❤❤❤!
I have had two rescue Malenois female breeders. They have both had initial issues but a little bit of TLC makes a huge difference. They are beautiful natured and a special breed. We have adored the two girls we have had.
Nice job on the video -- perfectly concise -- message is clearly presented!
I was lucky enough to rescue an almost four year old Malinois and I WILL never own a different breed of dog. We’ve been together less than 30 days and everyday I’m impressed more. Please, if you don’t have time or energy, don’t get one. Fortunately for her, I do.
i can't agreed more. They're the best.
Anybody who thinks about getting a Belgian Malinois should watch this video to know what they get themselves into. I have one. I saved it from being killed in a shelter. They are very often misunderstood. It was difficult to get my dog to behave but once I did it, it is absolutely worth it. Intelligence and loyalty are absolute reward. Please share this video with people who may get this dog.
She has a great personality very friendly love’s other dogs
She is showing her true colours ..Professional training coming up!,,
Lovely girl our Ziggy!
I rescued Sugar at 7 months and since then approximately 7 years she has rarely not been at my side. She's highly protective, including jealous of me and has nipped anyone giving me a hug and showing affection. I am guilty of not having a veterinarian and the last time with a veterinarian needed to be muzzled of which I had a hard time In doing so.
I love this breed but i know i am not ready for that type of commitment at this time. My job demands too much from me right now and when this changes in the future, I’m all in. But for now its just admiration.
This is basically any dog except the "extreme" exercise. Great video for those with those beautiful hard working dogs.
👍👍👍 THANK YOU , YOU DONE GREAT JOB ........ DESCRIBED BELGIANS ........... YES,YES,YES ......💜💜💜
Great advice. Thank you! Subscribed!
I got 3 of them
And i love them. They are so loyal if you just train them 3 times a week
I train them to work with police and millitary
I train mine daily. High drive and we do PSA. Only 3x --?
Really good . Also very nice to hear someone pronounce the name of the breed correctly. Good for you!
ya, its a tough word to pronounce, i got it wrong many times.
I can't imagine any other way of pronouncing it, but then again I come from a French background.
@@rong2912 But in fact almost everyone in the USA calls the breed Mal- in- wah not Mal- een- wah. People get the wah all right. But the middle vowel is usually made American "in".
@@robertgreene2684 It's neither the American English short "i" or "ee", but somewhere in between. (Raised bilingual French and English)
My Belgian Shepherd she is 15 years old. Oh you agree 100% with five things not to do they really really need lots of exercise and love. If you do this they are the best dogs in the world.
My maligator is 18 months old and he just started training for protection and how to be a service dog. He goes with me to work daily and I try to keep him busy and disciplined. He is a wonderful and loyal fury friend and although I was tempted to give him back a couple of times before he turned a year old, I’m extremely happy that I trained him and he got much better. We are fortunate to afford more training and we’re very excited to see the results. Best breed ever! ❤
Beautiful breed. MUST KNOW what you're doing! My son had one, raised him from a pup. NO, never trusted the dog to be near strangers. Diffidently not children. NOT for the armature dog owner. DO LOVE the breed!!
Moi j' ai eu pas mal de chien dans ma vie mais Tzar 29 mois aujourd'hui c'est de loin le chien le plus intéressant que j' ai, intelligent rapide obéissant volontaire gentil mais protection rapprochée je suis dingue de cette race que je ne connaissais pas ❤❤❤❤
thank you for this presentation !
I love Belgians and Dutchies. I have 5.
a full house :)
I have a Belgian mahaling waa he was Baurn on 18/9/22 very happy starting know his own boundaries and do what he is told
They are a beautiful breed. All dogs need a full commitment to give them the life they deserve,
Thank you!!!! I have a 100lb Mal. Sent Sully off to B3K9 in Sparks NV. ROCKERS!!! Yes, the first 3 years, Sully is a rescue. He was 11months when we got him. AMAZING DOG! Now I've slacked. And are going back to them again. After Covid, (Not an excuse), and being with me 24/7, he's become aggressive with people. Never was before. Children, other dogs, homeless, never mattered, he was easy. Now...well a bit of a shit! My fault!!!! Completely!!! So I'm now going to pay to go back, and be the baby that he was. THANK YOU!!! You reaffirmed what I was feeling!
Thank you for putting good and accurate information out there regarding this wonderful, energetic, dog that requires a lot of time investment by the owner.
We picked up our incredible Malinois when he was 4 months old. He is 9 months old now and the joy of my life. As a Malinois puppy, he's very time consuming but he is worth every minute. We do about 3.5 hours a day of physical activity. In the evenings, we work on other things indoors. He knows our schedule very well and keeps me on my toes! He adores our 8 year old Boston Terrier and is very protective of his little big brother. Lol
We adopted a Mal mix last year, not knowing that she was a Malinois (she was listed as a German Shepherd/Husky mix). She's incredibly calm (would rather sleep than do almost anything). She's very quiet (we've had her almost 11 months, and we've heard her bark 3 times). She doesn't play though. Toys and balls simply don't interest her. Training, on the other hand she adores. I think she perceives THAT as play.
She is very protective when she perceives that there might be a threat to me (she loves my husband, but I'm her person). She will automatically come to a very close heel if she sees something she doesn't like. She's never bitten anyone, and doesn't seem to have a strong prey drive (she ignores cats, and has a wild rabbit friend that she plays tag with).
Thank you, Parker!
@@kiefermeister Mr Henry, there is not enough space for me to tell you about the Mal. I have a 10 month AKC Mal who's parents were relocated from overseas. I researched and read books for almost a year with my hubby. We got pick of first liter and selected her at an early age. She remained with the breeder until 12wks while he worked on commands with her. I have worked with several trainers. I have tried puppy daycares to socialize her. She is a handful. I am retired and over the age of 50. If I had known. She is beautiful, energetic, stubborn, anxious, alpha, etc... Nothing can prepare you. I thought I was ready. These are NOT crate dogs. Be prepared. My dog does NOT like other dogs. She barks at them through the car window for no apparent reason. I've been given multi reasons as to why I am not having great stories to tell like the other people communicating with you. Exercise her more. Socalize her more. Use the Ecollar. Be more stern. The list goes on. I want you to know, it is NOT all roses. My pup follows me everywhere. She prefers me over my hubby because he still works and she and I have been together from 12 weeks on...none stop. I have not figured out how we will travel with her. She is NOT going in the belly of an airplane. When I say she does not want other dogs near her. She does not even want to see them. What have I gotten myself into! Good Luck
You have a unicorn Mal!! Lucky you
@@lorielenamarie I do feel fortunate. Mostly. She does suffer from isolation anxiety, which is a problem if we leave for an extended period of time. We can't crate her when we're gone, because she tries to escape her crate. So that's the downside.
ours ignores frisbees and balls too, but loves chasing cats. Never ever hurt one, though, just likes the chase.
My female Belgian was an amazing protective, loving & super intelligent she recently passed away at 14 yrs old 😢 RIP Sstyx 🐕 our family always felt safe with this breed til we met again
I'm still learning about marlins I have got three puppies 3 weeks old so I really hope this Chael will help me a lot thanks
I have a 3 year old named Ozzy.
He is the most amazing dog.
He goes everywhere with me.
Including an 8 day stay in the hospital.
His absolute favorite thing is to roll up his squeaky in my bedding.
He is very patient with kids.
He knows his boundaries
He's had zero training
One of the best things about him......
3 years....not a single bath.
Worst thing..... If he doesn't walk/run several miles a day he will make me miserable.
Best thing about the worst thing......at 53 I'm in the best shape of my life.
We love our 3 year old Samson very beautiful very smart
I love Mal's ! They're awesome dog's as long as you aren't lazy. Also, as long as you give them SOME kind of job and train them constantly. I've got a 50/50 Rottweiler - Malinois & even as a pup, one of THE smartest young dog's I've ever seen ! But, his energy is already INSANE!! lol
agreed, these type of breeds you cannot be lazy, my Mal requuires constant training and exercising to keep her happy as well as myself.
My mom and I recently adopted a Malinois, he's only 2 months old, but he's already showing spank and attitude, as well as listening to some commands.
He is going to be my mom's service dog, and yes, we have read about the breed and have done our research, but we are willing to learn anything and everything new from other Malinois owners
We were given a Malinois 2 1/2 years old that had been extensively trained. Small yard not acceptable. Luckily we live on 2 acres and the female dog has plenty of space to run !!. Ball throwing every day is a must. Then later she comes in the house and behaves very well . Follows me around everywhere, loves company . We are retired so never left alone for very long.
I've been a owner of many rottweilers in my 19 years of life, But for the first time I own a 2 month old Belgian Malinois, and I can see the difference between them, my Mal likes to snap a lot especially to my rottweilers, which they (Rotties) never did. And besides she (Malinois) is soooooo energetic!!!!!
I agree 100% which is why I will always have two. My dogs are rarely alone and are never crated. I don't need a fence since I live at the end of the road on 10 acres and they have never wandered. These dogs are not for everyone which is why I see so many that need to be rescued. Do your research if you want one and don't kid yourself about how active they are. In the right home, they are the best dog out there. In the wrong home, they will be your worst nightmare.
I have just adopted this breed as my care dog, I have MS, and he will be trained for my condition. I live in Spain can you send a picture of the jacket they can wear for water, food and my medicine, do you recommend some weights to tire him out? He is 8 months at the moment and a joy.
My Mal is SO LAZY AND CALM. 😂😂. He likes to sleep, cuddle, and play the occasional bit of football ⚽ witt me
Mine is always ready to play but never destructive when left alone. She'll get into food in the pantry when we forget to close the door, but has never torn or bitten anything she wasn't supposed to. She gets brush up bite training once a year but she's pretty low maintenance.
I have a malinos and just like the other comment I read he can hold the couch down all day to ..he does get really worked up sometimes and certainly goes after the mail truck .I love on a ranch and he's very serious about guarding the fence line but boy he is good at chilling ..I throw the ball and he looks at me like I'm supposed to fetch it .
But he's fantastic he does his real job great and I love him so very much . The true meaning of man's best friend.
❤❤❤ Sono creature meravigliose e intelligenti, ubbidienti, pronti sempre a rendere felici i loro amici umani❤
Ok, we just adopted an 8-year-old more or less abandoned male Malinois. We had the vet over, and I just then learned about this breed. He advised us to get his weight up. It's been weeks now, and we try to spend some quality time with him. He feels so much better now and is so loving and loyal. However, I am concerned about his need for work/exercise. We all are very busy people. I try to spend some playtime with him, and at night, I huddle down with him and pet him. He and I also love to listen to some of my own music. He seems to like it. Anyway, my question is, how can we, being so busy, provide him with a better active life. I feel I should have evaluated him before accepting. But, then again, he was so skinny and, like I said, abandoned. He is much more lifely today, and of course, requests attention all the time. Any suggestions are very much welcomed and appreciated, thank you!
Try to provide him as much exercise as you can when you aren’t busy. I’ll advise you get someone to help, they’re high energy, and he might get frustrated at the lack of constant stimulation at some point.
Hide a favorite toy in the house, try scent work (lots of
Of videos on that on You Tube). Mental puzzles or games will do almost as much, but they still need exercise. Try frisbee or throwing a ball.
@@thecagdot Thank you!
@@ThePyrshepnBelgn Thank you, Melinda, duly noted. 🙂
I have a 2 yo Belgian Malinois. Teddy. He is awesome and I have to devote many hours exercising him. They require alot of attention.
Give us more teaching tips. Mine is very busy. DOG TRAINING TIPS PLEASE
I inherited this dog from a friend at work. He just needed someone to watch his cat and dog for about six weeks until he found a new place. he lost his job and then his place to stay and I inherited the dog and cat. She was a year old when I got her. She had not been house trained. She was aggressive nut not mean. She was very athletic and highly intelligent. She thought the neighborhood was her area to protect. She was too aggressive with people, so I had to put her on a chain if she was out without my supervision. Thankfully, in the house, she did not chew on everything. I had no idea what type of dog she was. I thought she was a mutt until I saw a dog that looked just like her on the front of a product package. I had her for over a year and she still was not housetrained. I was at my wits end and almost ready to find her a new home. While searching the internet for some answers, I discovered what type of dog she is, a Belgian Malinois. After learning about her and following some suggestions, she is almost house trained and doing much better. She loves attention and I give her lots of love and praises. Her constant companion is a miniature poodle, Petey. He is about 1/10 her size, but does a great job at keeping her in line. She has learned to respect his boundaries, and he has learned to dodge her wagging tail. She also has cats to keep her busy.
My Mal is wonderful. He has his own personality, he is smart, funny, and a little clumsy. Our cuddles are my favorite part of the day, that is when we have them. Sometimes he isn't into cuddling. I did not know he was a Mal until after I adopted him as the shelter labeled him a GS. My son's girlfriend whose trainer for her dog has Mals and that is how I found out he was a Mal. She told me he is not a GS he is a Mal. So I have been doing my research, and much of what was mentioned here is true. I do need to work on the heel nipping, which I did not realize could be a problem. It doesn't bother me when he does it because I know he is playing/wants to play, but it could cause a problem with others. Thank you for providing this insight.
Work with that professional trainer that has Mals regarding that heel nipping. It is something that needs sorting out ASAP. Professional trainers will save you hours of hard work and stress. A trainer that works with Mals and has them knows the breed, they can tell you what to do in one lesson and that information can transform you and your dog. The reason they are in rescues is often because people don't want to invest the time and a little money into these dogs, but that investment will teach you so much and you will enjoy years with a well-behaved Mallie, a true and loyal servant. Once you go to a good trainer, you will understand what I mean. Don't struggle on by yourself, you will waste so much time. Get it sorted now. Just some advice 👍💖
thanks a LOT for the USEFUL information and to be TOTALLY honest i did do and/or PROBABLY will SOMEWHAT like the belgian malinois
I just had two malinois dumped in front of my house recently. I had a mix years ago but I would love to have some advice on how to be with these new puppies. I have three other dogs of different breeds but these dogs are different for sure. It would be great if I can get some advice on what to start out with since they're only 8 weeks old
Exercising doesn’t mean going to the dog park while your sitting on the bench with your cell phone or going to someone’s house to let them run free just because they live in a wooded area.
there are treadmills for dogs too, but playing with your dog strengthens the bond.
@@allstarashe855 Treadmills are good if it’s icy out, otherwise, take a hike and walk them that way.
@@allstarashe855 treadmills are a great tool, but they need plenty of mental stimulation, too.
Our Belgian Malinois is nine months old DEC 2023. When should we start intense training.? "Nash" loves people. We picked him at 8 weeks because he was comfortable around us over the other 8 puppies. That has proved to be a good move. He loves all family members (3). He is good outside and he's cage trained but inside the house he is outta control getting into everything. We play with him a lot fetching, running and playing with other dogs his size. He is very intelligent and can usually anticipate what's next. He has a routine and if it is interrupted he gets anxiety and paces.
It’s always best to start early when it comes to training, and increase the intensity as time goes.
Super danke
Your right ….I walk my dog every day with mental commands , she is the smartest dog I ever had…..she also as another gear that other dogs don’t have , she is amazing !
Yes my very first dog I own , 18 months at first I was crying stressed and unhappy. As he started to grow up we did lots of obedience and physical training, his now the most loving loyal dog and as a first timer dog owner I would never recommend this unless you really know a lot about them first .
Very informative 😂❤
There are also Show Malinois...with all the beauty and character...but less of the hyper activity
How do you correct the biting ?
My Sweet Pea is not the GSD. different temperament and config. she is the most loving wee darling but I need to adjust my training. Amazing with kids.
Great advise for any working class dog!!
2 things Malines effectively doesn't exist. The city is Mechelen and is in the Flemish part of Belgium. Thus officially the dutch name has to be used. Not the French translation. Second which is an anecdote. I had a Malinois fully trained in Belgium ring with health issues. He had to stay in a crate for 6 months with only short walks on leach to do his necessities to avoid him further injuring his ligaments in his hind knees and help him heal. It is possible to do it but certainly not a good thing to do. He came out just fine
Following your line of thought, they should be called Mechelaar, which is the ducht correct name. Malinois is the French translation
@@Janecas Right Mechelaar or Mechelse herder both are correct
Thank you 💗
Belgian malinois good family dog 🥰👍🙏
the best a man can get!!! Raya Du Clos d'Alsan - Belgium Flanders
I love my Belgian! I’ve had great dogs before. This dog is different on a whole different level. I couldn’t have asked for a better all be it demanding friend.
Thank you for that great informative video. My belgium Shepher is almost 1 year... her name is Mali and we have her since she is 4 and half months. She is very loving but She came with lots of fears... i run and live at a farm so she gets plenty of exercise... however, she is agressive towards some people and children and that worries me. Any advice?
Belgians are naturally protective of those they consider family and although it’s a good thing, it can result in what your pup is doing. The best way to curb this is to socialize her as much as you can with other dogs and people.
I have a mix. Shepherd Mali mix. He is a rescue. He just hit 2yrs. We walk away from the neighborhood. Take him in the car to see new sights and sounds. He can see people, but from a distance and not panic. We pay him for being a good boy during the walk. 5-10 of sniffing before we get started to take his edge off, too. Also, we have a rock solid Labrador that goes with us. A sound solid dog rubs off on a not so sound solid dog.
Am a kenyan and l really love ❤ Belgian Malinois someone bless me with two ☺🙏
Our guy is just over a year old. Traditional class type training just did not work for him at all. He's not food driven so he became very frustrated and would act up. We are fortunate where we live which is close to the beach and the mountain. He goes out every single day to the beach or a hiking trail. There's always loads of dogs and people around so he's continually socialized. His best is when we take 2 balls down to the beach. I throw the one and as he's running back I show him that I have another and throw that in the other direction. The acceleration is scary and he comes past like a freight train after that 2nd ball.
We also run with him 2-3 times a week for 5km. We have a stretchy lead and a waist harness that I wear as he is way too strong for my wife to run with. We absolutely love him but you have to do the work. And there are lots and lots of times when it feels like a waste of time.
Never a waste of time.♥
yea, I have a GSD/Shepherd mix. She is incredibly lovely, friendly, but also protective as well by nature.
Hi Duane I have a intact male Malinois who is also incredibly intense and sounds like a horse when running. Just a heads up with the high speed running, they can injure themselves fairly easily and not indicate minor pain causing further damage.
I try thinking of Malinois as the sports cars of the dog world. They’re not your everyday beater that just goes. They need special oil for the turbo, the right kind of fuel at the right time etc.
basically I don’t throw ball much if ever now, we mostly do distance hikes. Tracking, schutzhond. Anyway, good luck with the training
@@michaelnuttall5896 hi! So are you recommending no running at all so as to avoid any sort of injury? I would say I’m fairly paranoid about injuries but I’m not sure I can imagine a mal without running. Would love to hear back. Thanks !
@@lorielenamarie Hey Lori, so basically some of the Malinois handlers/trainers will avoid and often outright tell you not to play fetch for a multitude of reasons, they are a breed that requires an owners manual. For example one of the reasons for not playing fetch is simply that their time and energy is better spent completing complex and compounded commands within a very short training period. When the dog is most willing and able to complete said tasks as the mental side of training, reality is you are working with a shorter block than the physical side.
Which at the end of the day does imply that if your not capable of teaching your Malinois or Dutch Shepherd daily, as if you were a pro. Then avoid the breed.. because fetch will tire them out physically sure but it will leave them wanting more mentally.
Think about this for a moment, when modern millitary and police use these dogs, not only do they recieve training by well funded lifelong professionals with all the necessary equipment. They also have many dog handlers, to occupy the more mundain tasks, they have physio, psych testing, full medical.
All that said, if you do want to play fetch just watch that fatigue meter(the tongue) when it starts looking like a shovel, then take a break). Only play in warm/hot weather. Cold weather or cold water and the chances of a pulled hamstring or overflexed abductors increase.
I found one at the landfill that someone just got rid of. He gets along good for the most part with my other three dogs. My questions are mostly about what are the best ways to engage his mind and body that I can do to help him? I am an old guy not able to run or jog anymore. So far he doesn't bite but he does growl at anyone who approaches me, so he seems to be protective of me, but hasn't started taking commands. He is a bout 2 years old the vet said, is it too late for obedience classes?
No, it's not too late.
First, start with simple commands and try to engage his mind. Train him to obey these commands and carry them out. Mental stimulation is very important for them, so also engage his mind with games or puzzle toys.
For the body, taking him for walks, even if they're just short walks will also help a lot.
Give him a job, he needs one, no matter what it is. Could be watching your home, guarding it, anything that he knows it's his job to take care of.
They are more things you can do, but these are the basic ones you can start with.
@@thecagdot thank you
I have my own BELGIAN MALINOIS PUPPY 2MOS.OLD ill starting her teach the basic comman ❤️❤️❤️
hi can I ask you guys if I work 9 hours a day can I leave my dog in a flat if he would be used to it right from the beginning?
The list is great but showing how would be even better.
The Belgian will be your nightmare if you not meant to have one. There's nothing cool about having a strong drive dog, that craves deep physical and emotional satisfaction. In the right hands though, they are pure bliss. Research, and ask those who know!
Wise man, hope your words are heeded by those who cannot fathom what a working dog is truly capable of!
I have a 6 yr gsd and 7 month girl mal. My male shepherd was a lot to handle through his teen yrs as he was always trying to be the dominant one. Now he is great and a good big brother for his little sister. They wear each other out.!
yes, I think you have to be active and accommodate for the need of the dog.
My Mal 5 month girl is so pesty and annoying and jumping and biting others. She can't tell my housemates corrections from play, and they're afraid to give her corrections that register as a "correction", not as "play", so they complain, but it doesn't stop. I'm winning, I'm slowly getting the training to take effect. Yes, I'm slowly getting my housemates trained. They're so much slower to learn than she is. I tell them they should be thankful at least someone is always happy to see them when they get home. She's actually a very good girl, great with people outside the house, makes friends everywhere she goes, makes lots of doggie friends too. She loves pool fetch, a swimming fool just like her mom. I'm away out of town right now and I miss her pestiness and love. Best girl ever.
AND LOVING AND AFFECTIONATE.