Do you want a malinois?

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Have you thought about getting a malinois? While many owners of the breed try to put people off from owning one, and many people admire them in impressive training videos, what are they really like to live with? They can have an off switch with the right training. Do you have to be a super human to own one? NO, I don't believe so. If you're prepared they can make a fantastic dog as long as you put in the training, like any breed!
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[@runner6500]

I never "trained" my malinois, but he will follow any command, including, "go to bed", and "go eat". As a pup, I told him to get off of the couch only one time, and he hasn't gotten on the furniture since. One time, and he gets it. The only word I need to control him is "no". He tells me when he wants to go out, and he used that signal to have me follow him only to discover my senior father in trouble on the stairs, or had fallen. When I see my father, he would lay down instead of going to the back door. He can jump, from a standing position, high enough to see over the neighbors 6 ft. fence. He only poops in one area of the backyard (his idea). Out of all the dogs, and dog breeds I've had, he's the only one to do that. Smartest dog I've ever been around, and I'd swear on a stack of bibles, that, by the look in his eyes, he understood me when I told him my father was dying, and later when I told him my father had passed. He had definite reactions. He used to come in and check my fathers'' chair to see if he had returned from the hospital. He stopped checking after I broke the news of his passing.

[@theresamorris6206]

WoW. What a dog. Dogs are most definitely sent to us. We are lucky for that that's for sure. Blessings.

[@MrLameNut]

runner6500 Truly incredible!

[@tassinmonkeys]

What an incredible dog ❤

[@nini0673]

/Cries/

[@jonathanmepham9568]

@@theresamorris6206 not saying it was aliens... but it was aliens..

[@katyalupochev9589]

Fun saying I heard about Malinois. If you throw a tennis ball off a cliff: • A dumb dog will jump after the ball to its death • A smart dog will look at you in confusion • A Malinois will jump off the cliff and bring you the ball back

[@dmannevada5981]

My Mal is 11...and she's just getting out of puppy stage.

[@krislo4788]

😂😂😂

[@theNikonGuy]

Oh, she matured early... :)

[@lebanesedude5190]

😂😂

[@danielwalker26]

8 more years for me i guess.

[@dmannevada5981]

@@danielwalker26 At least...injoy your pup!

[@PMG526]

Yea a gold fish sounds about right for me.

[@abomani21]

LOL!!!

[@nikhilmathewjames5600]

😂👍

[@mantis_toboggan_md]

Hold this W

[@rickchapman4240]

I got 3, they are easier

[@Olive-cp4nu]

Yes man!!! Welcome to the goldfish club!

[@fdemunter]

I was born in Malines, so I am a Malinois. My dog is - of course - a Malinois. We have so much in common: we're both crazy as hell and enjoy life to the fullest. Great to be Malinois

[@adrianos7334]

Do you eat paper too? hahaha (just joking) I love those dogs

[@fdemunter]

@@adrianos7334 I don't eat paper, Adrianos. But the very moment I'm writing this comment, Luna is eating my weekly, and every single day in my office, she's emptying the dustbin and distributing the bits of paper all over the place.

[@kidjetrecon7153]

Never thought of it that way, this must be why I have never had the kind of insanity I’m watching on this video,, I’m crazy I’m in control when I’m not your in trouble, no when taught correctly is basically the best communication possible with any dog, especially Malians.

[@Shaftya_McNasty]

I feel like a Malinois also

[@blikskaters]

Football Club Malinois or Racing Club de Malines dear F. De Munter ?

[@alexeasley3057]

It's like owning a super strong and fast toddler on steroids

[@shamimesho2066]

Alex Easley hhha

[@anniew.4467]

That sums up mine.

[@usedtogiveadamnbutnevergav1960]

Alex Easley Exactly, or a German Sheperd on steroids.

[@kevinkryer9792]

Alex Easley well said lol

[@Elizabeth0512]

Alex Easley 😂😂😂😂

[@janiceblake2251]

I'm a retired k9 trainer & handler for over 12 years , I know mainois extremely well 😀 They r insanely intelligent Furr Missiles ❤

[@projectqueen610]

Mine likes to take off out the front door and runs 30mph. We have to round the block about 8 trips before she's tired enough to stop and come home. She does not come to us but rolls belly up for any of our neighbors. Most everybody falls in love with her as soon as they get her. Needles to say, I'll be throwing a barbeque for all the neighborhood for putting up with our shenanigans.

[@janiceblake2251]

@@projectqueen610 are your mals police k9 or personal protection ?

[@KishoreKumar-qv6pn]

@@janiceblake2251 can I get Ur contact mr.blake......i want to know more about d breed

[@joshbuck2037]

Anychance of an email bud just got myself a 13 week boy

[@adrianos7334]

My best friend has one, I call him redbull... hahaha

[@arctodussimus6198]

My Malinois, Shadow, was at my side every day for almost 14 years. I was fortunate enough to be able to take him to work with me, and eventually went into semi-retirement. Did a LOT of hiking and camping in the Smokies, and in the Rockies. He never got tired or bored. And always let me know when there were bears about. 👍🏻 Very smart breed. Definitely too smart for casual dog owners.

[@Darkmanmr47]

Don't forget too dominant for casual dog owners.

[@Ouzo66]

@@Darkmanmr47 yeah ,psychotic is the word for a dog who doesn t stops....!

[@bernhardherrmann7774]

@@Ouzo66 ,...well, your expression is pretty mean - besides that one has to know, that this is the breed's nature! I would call it : extremely vivid :-D ! BERNIE / GERMANY

[@Ouzo66]

@@bernhardherrmann7774 I didn t call them that way , there are many owners who said that term...I only took it

[@mvw6933]

Me: my dog ate my homework. Teacher: Detention Her: my malinois ate my homework? Tearcher: Fair enough, i understand.

[@Darkmanmr47]

I had two Malinois 13 years back. 1 day prior to my motorcycle exam, I prepared everything I needed, including the piece of paper that proved that I passed the Theory. Needless to say the dogs shredded it. I taped all the pieces I found together and went into the exam with that... the examiner said.. What in hell is that ? I said.. my theory certificate, after my dogs had their way with it... Luckily he knew it was valid so I was allowed to proceed with my Exam and luckily I passed. Now I have a new Malinois, 3 months old and the gipper is recovering from Parvo as we speak. Matter of fact... going to pick him up from the Vet right now.

[@MsDesiree39]

lol...and u wouldnt even be lying...lol.....

[@breaksnakereel402]

My family owns one and he LITERALLY ate my homework

[@acyberchasm]

my groenendael actually ate my homework as well XD

[@Kressa1111]

LOL 😂

[@richardackerman838]

I got my female Malinois at 4 months old. She does not have an off switch and she acts just like your pup. My "Mel" is coming up on 8 months old. Is easy to train. Walks great both loose leash and heal. BUT then she turns into a Tasmanian Devil. She love to tug and retrieve toys. I'm 76 years old and she is the love of my life. If I were working I would not have bought her. I need a protection dog for my wife and me. I walk in front of the supermarket to teach her to behave around people. She is trained enough now that I leave her kennel open at night and she jumps on our bed and cuddles with me. Your video totally describes a Malinois. ThankQ for a great video.

[@hoyitsdivine]

Still my favorite Malinois video ♥️ I remember watching it a few months after getting our first Malinois and said to myself “What the hell did I get myself into..??” 🤣 3 years later and still loving everyday with this breed.

[@freedpeeb]

Our Mali is not quite two and he is the sweetest dog ever. So smart, so loving and good. He takes his training really seriously :) He has only eaten one coach.

[@manydreams1life315]

Got one at 14 months from a shelter and learned quickly that this was a smart but challenging for average person. Had to educate ourselves quickly and still continually to try to give her a better life and support her needs. Still not close to a professional but doesn’t look like we’re “ruining” her. Beautiful and very agile and super smart. Amazing dog.

[@JohnDoe-dj3lw]

Exactly. You don't *necessary* need to work him/her all day long or four hours and hours. Yes the Malinois is a working dog, not just a normal pet, and can excel in many things but you don't need to take that route if you don't want to. That's what I believe.

[@sfdff39]

We just got a 3-4 month old puppy from a rescue that was thought to be a german shepherd/lab mix. We had a feeling that wasn't accurate based on her looks. We looked over some pictures and figured she was a Mal. Watching this video only confirmed our thoughts. This is 100% the 2 year old version of our puppy! Love it!

[@jonrudd4733]

They are such great dogs!! Trained them in the military. Obedient, loyal, very protective, fun loving, intelligent and on and on. Yes they are hyper! But, they have great personalities and are worth every minute you spend with them. I sorely miss my best pal, Barry, 143L.

[@jamesharber7820]

jon rudd . :)

[@nickwatkins5321]

A soldier’s best friend

[@TheBostonranger1]

my wife and I got a Belgian Malinois last week and he's driving her crazy lol. I totally love him his name is Bello.

[@jerrybear3081]

how is Bello working out after 2 years?

[@ieattidepodz4fun140]

TheBostonranger1 come on tell us!

[@TunaPetunia456]

Yeah :v

[@1one1one47]

He was put down

[@wholesome122]

"Because they are half jungle cat and will eat your house." Mal comes out of nowhere to attack her paper. LOL

[@rjcata]

Great video.... My Malinois, Mala will turn 2 this month. I didn't know a thing about Mals until I got her. There were so many times I regretted getting her and almost gave her away to police dog trainers. I persisted, she began to mind me, and we grew very close. I cannot image life without her now. One thing for sure you have to spend time with a Mal. These dogs do not do well being caged up for 8 hours while you're at work. In fact I believe they become even more rambunctious and harder to control if they are left alone and especially caged up for long periods of time. My Mal spends the day with me, sleeps with me, and most of the time rides with me in my truck. When I have to leave her I leave her with someone. Have I spoiled her..... YES... and she knows it!

[@SP-cx8hm]

Rick Catania what do you mean with persisted? :)

[@rjcata]

Persisted meaning that I continued to work with her until she started doing what I wanted her to do.

[@rjcata]

...or with someone that has the same personality as a Mal... My Mal is now a little over 3 years old.... she has turned out to be one of the best companions I have ever had.... that includes people. She and I can be seen together just about anywhere one or another is at any given time. I have been stopped by Police canine handlers wanting to know what I did to make my Mal so calm... My reply is simple.... spend time with her and let her know that she is special. That and always let her know that I am Alpha in our pack! I am 61 no farm.... not a police officer, but have a calm and very social Malinois.

[@SP-cx8hm]

that's awesome. people often underestimate bonding and engagement. as long as a mal knows who's in charge and is exercised and mentally stimulated everything is fine!

[@rael6974]

Stefanie Probst good to know. Is there any real difference in the sexes?

[@geoffreykruse563]

I've had malinois for years. The one thing I can say with certainty is you have to stay about three steps ahead of them. Take that for what it's worth. That truly is the only reason I feel comfortable working out of town. My wife I know is safe.

[@geoffreykruse563]

Talk about fun, you need to try SAR. There are thousands of SAR groups all across the country. Get up with one and hang on.

[@siennaonthenet2127]

After having several German Shepherds and one pitbull I am considering a Mal. Thank you so much for such an honest portrayal of the breed. Very helpful.

[@1650million]

Both funny and genuinely informative, thanks. "German sheperds on speed" sounds about right... Best of lucks!

[@DogMattersTV]

+1650million Thank you :)

[@davidwike5154]

1650million p/

[@martyisabeliever]

Thanks that changed my mind, I'll stick with GSD.

[@KarlaLopez-fw9mt]

I have a german shepherd and sometimes i feel like he is not that hyper...(he is) and i was thinking about getting a Malinois...Ohhh no i was like i will stick with my GS hahahah

[@Carriesue1982]

My working line GSD is just like this Malinois LOL.

[@KarlaLopez-fw9mt]

Carrie Lmao I bet.....is your gsd czech line?

[@martyisabeliever]

Carrie How old is she?

[@Carriesue1982]

She's 16 months, still young so hope yet she will calm a little but she is a working prospect pick... I wanted a lot of dog and I got it! There's some videos of her on my channel. :) My male is a working/showline cross and he's a lazy bum in the house so I think it's easier to find a GSD for a quieter lifestyle than Malinois. In general, there are some Mal's that have great off switches too and a lot of that is training.

[@vegasrenie]

I saw an evolution chart that started off with a huge, predatory dinosaur, evolved into a T-Rex, which eventually evolved into a Velociraptor. It ended evolving into a Malinois. lol. Love this video, and am totally in love with Envy.

[@raymondparsley7442]

Not the dog for apartment dwellers, these wonderful , beautiful bundles of energy, need a nice size yard to roam in.

[@philomena_def-not-malcolm]

Absolutely. I watch this because there was an incident with a Belgian Schäferhund in my neighbourhood (I live in a German city, ca. 250 000 inhibitants, close to the centre) The dog escaped from his owners flat, once outside it headed right for the playground about 50 meters away, hurt 4 children and one adult women, got wounded by police shooting as they couldn't get hold of him. Then the wounded dog returned to the flat where the owner was able to put him on a leash and later agreed on putting the dog down, as the injuries were very bad. I don't want to blame the poor dog but this moron keeping him in a small flat on a street full of houses, kids, other dogs etc. Just to tell everything: The kids aged 4 to 11 had minor injuries as well as the woman. God bless.

[@philomena_def-not-malcolm]

Thank you for your answer! The problem I see with keeping these dogs in a city like mine is: Where do you go to train your dog? You need a car and you need to have access to some dog sport facility outside the city, and you don't get that for free. The dogowner i talked about did none of this. He took the dog out for a pee and a shit, and thats it.

[@beardedpanda5086]

Christina Gottlieb you can make a dog happy living in an apartment. My Malinois and I live in an apartment and we go out to the Park near by with a soccer ball and I run her till she tired and i get to expend little energy. Around the apartment we do training skills and still play inside. That owner just sounds like they didn’t take the time to do what they needed with their dog.

[@cynharmon3751]

WE live in a small apartment, he goes for multiple walks daily, and gets trick training daily as well. It was hard to contain him in a yard actually, he's an escape artist lol

[@lenitaa7938]

@Violet Heavensbee I fully agree with you! I have had same experience with my large Shep x Husky! I walked and exercised him daily, and he was docile inside! Townhouse to a small apartment.. No issues at all! But...I think a Malinois may well be an exception! Extremely energetic, extremely intelligent, needs a full-time JOB to do and difficult puzzles to solve during breaks!

[@lexustech48]

LMAO, "Malinois: German Shepherds on speed? ....yep thats true"

[@jwuski]

Finally, a level-headed video for those considering getting a Malinois. Thank you!

[@DogMattersTV]

+J Wu Thank you!

[@idfotou]

I've enjoyed this breed for 50+ years. My mother brought three to the states in 1965 from France. She raised them for the next 40 years.

[@junioraoun2035]

The best malinois explainer i've ever watched! (mal owner)

[@johanlarsson7592]

I agree ! (also mal owner!)

[@A_G420]

I concur (mal owner)

[@calebzeller4290]

Three times a charm (mal owner)

[@DogMattersTV]

Thank you!

[@gradufka]

I also agree (mal owner) :).

[@TheMultisportGeek]

This is by far the best, most honest Malinois video I’ve ever seen. A glimpse of what they’re like on any given day.

[@JABS991]

I couldn't handle a 2 y.o Mal. I had to give her up. Just kept following me around the farm. Gave her to my Nan for company. Those two ladies must be having great fun at the retirement home- i haven't heard from Nanna in weeks!

[@somerandomguywastaken]

You should check up on her

[@-.-4827]

yo grams more thug than you lol

[@brittanym4584]

Your Mal murdered her....

[@tassinmonkeys]

Can't tell if you are trolling or serious.

[@n.jurenic]

when the dog coughed i lost it. can't stop laughing! i bet malinois are the reason for "dog ate my homework" excuse hehe

[@snapesnapeseverussnape2015]

I thought it sneezed I was like "ooh bless you" 😂🤣

[@claires8735]

We had 2 dogs that are ½ Malinois and they ate my daughter's jacket when she left it outside ...and her shoes ...and the dog toys we bought them ...and they got out of their kennel one night and unwrapped the kids' Christmas presents (but didn't eat them 🤷)... Yes, a Malinois will eat your homework! 😉

[@reavent8760]

lol i have a malinoia and its eating my homework xD

[@aaronquak2139]

Yes. They are even perceptive and intelligent enough to malinger.

[@grftul]

A beautiful Malinois, but that dog is in charge. I'm almost 69 and have had mine for just over a year - he's almost 15 months. He really wants to be good and is smart as heck, but he doesn't need 24/7 attention. Like any dog they adapt, but I also don't leave him alone for hours at a time. A couple of walks, a couple of outside fetch games with some hard running, some play catch inside and some training (he knows about 18 "tricks" - I'm including come, wait, stay, leave it type commands along with shake, go around, high five type stuff and more words than I realize) each day and he is happy. We've done 3 obedience classes and 1 agility class, mostly to socialize with other dogs. I had two Bouviers before him and you just have to be in charge. He wants to please. Big personality!! But they do need attention, just not what some try to make it seem.

[@gwen8718]

grftul I agree I’ve got a 3 y/o female Malinois. She doesn’t care what she’s doing as long as she’s with me. She’s the best!

[@MetaMorphea]

I agree that she does not give off a leader vibe in the video but nor does most of the population. Many people get dogs because "they saw them in a movie" and have no clue what living with a dog really means. Look at 101 dalmations, Bethoven, etc. Many many people went and got the dog without understanding their history or breed traits and as a result many dogs was put in shelters or put down. I personally own a cross breed German Shepard x English bulldog. I am still in contact with the seller of my now 3 year old dog and I am the only original buyer from a litter of 8 pups due to the other owners unability to handle the bulldog x shepard mix. The rest of them had aggression problems the owners could or would not handle. What I mean is that there are dogs not suitable for new dog owners that lack experience ad time to spend with them and train them. That along with lack of leader skills and you have a tornado waiting to blow. Resulting in more abandoned dogs...

[@dannydoorod]

Good to know

[@jamesharber7820]

grftul . Sounds like an “adult’s” assessment of the situation. Good for you!

[@uniquekreation]

Thanks for this awesome video. Our first Foster Malinois acts exactly like Envy. Always moving and never stopping. Don't forget, a resting Malinois is only recharging.

[@DogMattersTV]

+MarcHill83 A five minute recharge and they are right to go! Thanks for the kind comment

[@sharonmullins1957]

Hahaha!

[@jamesmunsey5117]

My wife and I have two just turned a year old - brother and sister. They are certainly a handful, I had forgotten what they are like as puppies. We lost our Malinois last July and my wife absolutely had to have a dog and I like a nut said we should get two. Well our lives have not been the same; they absolutely have to be kept active or they get into mischief. Everything belongs to the female, she scopes out what she wants to get into, collaborates with her brother to keep us distracted while she sets out to take what she wants. They are a beautiful breed, smart and are a lot of work. At 68 and 62 respectively, a little more that we bargained for.

[@DollsNThangs]

Truly a great breed. I laughed several times watching, as my Mal, Warren, is SO much like this. But I couldn't imagine my life without her, she sleeps next to me every night

[@mwdub02]

I'll never get one, thanks for the informative vid.

[@3percentermafia]

I have watched this vid several times and having experience with mals I can confidently say this is my favorite video about Belgian Malinois and what it's like to own one.

[@tuttifongul2006]

They only know one word..... "Play" Some folks think they are "working" dogs. Mals dont know what work is. They think EVERYTHING is play.

[@sheiboikypgen7633]

Where are you in country i want malinous puppy

[@chrisgoff5094]

I was going to get a Siberian husky but I found 2 Belgian mela was at 4 weeks old they were going to be put down I adopted them did not know how these 2 were going to change my life I have fallen in love with this breed And I plan to always have a bilge and mellow wall in my life❤❣

[@colsmith7257]

This has to be the most informative clip about Malinois, I've seen on the net

[@MrGunnerru]

I love my maligator she is awesome. I stay up late but the return is worth it 100%

[@BevMilly]

German Shepherd/ Belgian Malanois mix = Say goodbye to your life.

[@herstory10ve]

I've had one for 12 years. Not true. The best 80 lb trail running partner I've ever had. She's totally retired now, of course, but I miss those runs every day. These dogs NEED a job, every day. They are working dogs, not house pets. No mouthing people allowed -- leads to biting. Mine was stellar with my kid, but not with other people's kids. Unlike my previous GSDs.

[@BevMilly]

+Anne VanDeuson I have one and he is a little over a year he has calmed down a bit but when we first got him and he was a puppy he was so energetic and mischievous.

[@herstory10ve]

Exactly. Mine took 3 yrs to settle down. But so did my GSDs. They are teenagers for a long time :)

[@gsdsteve8825]

Not true. Probably easier to live with than a malinois.

[@forest19jarek]

sad to hear that, I cannot imagine myself more happy without this dog :), If you appreciate this dog character and dynamic and start taking advantage of it you'll see the positive result. I know people that took GS/Malinois only for their great look (which is the worst thing you wanna do). If people on the street asking me about the breed I've got I'm not seeing that this is Belgian Malinois in order to avoid "bad breeding" in the future -> the same that happen to the GS - you know people wanna something -> marker make it cheaper -> no one care about the breeding and possible genetic defects. If you want a dog first thing you need to do is to search through the character if their match your need! and NOT how it looks like!.

[@andrewpancroft3284]

We've had our boy now for three months and part of our decision was your video. Thanks much!!

[@jenniferw5095]

They don’t miss anything. Super alert, super protective, and super loving & loyal. My 2nd Malinois gets along great with big and small dogs. She almost ate the cat until she learned they are family members to be respected. She’s more afraid of a paper bag falling on her than much of anything else. She’s strong, tolerant of cold and hot weather and a very durable dog.

[@chau131313]

My mal is 11 wks old today. I’ve had her for 2 wks now and she is identical to Envy in terms of looks, personality and energy. From pup to full grown, they are go go go😊

[@cmg]

owner of a mali/tervuren mix over here. I never can imagine having an other dog now after 1 1/2 year. First it was a bit of change in everydays life because of her insane energy and spirit but now that we've trained her (up to 3 hours a day - training and free play outside) shes the best dog in the world. Her willing to learn and work is just crazy but it keeps us going and being active everyday. To those wo are working in a 9-to-5 I wouldn't recommend getting a Mal - you should bring a lot of time otherwise this breed is going to get "psycho" and "chaotic" like you said in the video! Nice Q&Q..keep going!

[@adrianos7334]

FACT! My neighbors are just retired and took a Groenendael, which is also a Belgian shepherd, looks like the Tervuren in black. They have found something amazing. Every day at 2pm, after his long walk the dog takes his blanket and takes it in front of the TV. He's adicted watching Tom and Jerry, don't put on another cartoon, because he turns his head. He watches TV for 3 hours and that gives them the change to go shopping. Also if you ask him to go to the beach which he loves, he doesn't move, you can show him his favorite toy, but when he's watching TV he doesn't come. Amazing dogs, but they aren't suitable for someone who works a lot. They need a lot of affection and someone with them.

[@phoebeeyre5224]

Love your videos! It's refreshing to see someone who has a bit of a laid back nature yet is still very knowledgable and successful - I was starting to think I was out of place as a trainer because I didn't act like I was a Sergeant in the army 100% of the time!

[@DogMattersTV]

Thanks Phoebe! I agree - no need to be so serious ALL the time! Have fun!

[@rickyd2222]

This lady is right, I have a Mal as a working dog (K9 Blaze). K9 Blaze is everything she has explained. I throw, and throw, and throw, and throw a ball and this dog does not tire. They are EXTREMELY fast dogs. When dealing with them, it's quite certain you will be bit, HARD. I also have 2 Shepherds. As I have always said, The worse thing about a Mal and/or Shepherd is the best thing about them. Everywhere I go they are there (including but not limited to the bathroom). However if I ever need them, they aren't to far away. Do your research on the dog your getting, make sure if the animal fits you and your lifestyle.

[@777jdferris]

+Ricky D Lol my Mal always follows me to the bathroom. If I don't open the door she sits there and wines. She stays glued to my hip all day.

[@Legionnaire7777]

These dogs are ideal for people with PTSD , The dog keeps you so busy you don't even have time to think and dwell on things👍🏻

[@garybryson4482]

Absolutely, I have just had a very traumatic time, that came to a head, 4 weeks ago. I have always wanted to own and train a Belguim Malinois, so I am now the proud owner of a 8 week Malli puppy and she is high octane, so so intelligent but wants to learn and play all the time. She is a huge investment of your love and time but she has helped me refocus my mind on her and pour my love and time into training her, due to her tenacity, to learn and love back. You only get back from your dog, what dedication and love you put in. ‘Juno’ has been my Saviour in so many ways. xx

[@Legionnaire7777]

@@garybryson4482 Hear, hear Gary very well said Sir.

[@sssanonsky4299]

How's it going? Have you enjoyed?

[@rarity9788]

FACTS!! 100% and I wouldn’t have it any other way!

[@bigharrykochenbauls4567]

Truth, cured my insomnia..

[@live2groove]

The right dog can really enrich your life. The wrong dog can add tons of stress to your life. You'd be surprised how underrated characteristics like laziness or boring are in a dog. (Same with family)

[@l84cabo]

If you think a Border Collie is high energy, Malinois are like a Border Collie on steroids.

[@DogMattersTV]

+l84Cabo I have a border collie too! You can see him in my other videos

[@bsparky28]

I own one that is 1 year old...The only people who cant handle the Mal's are people who dont want to or cant spend enough time with them....They can be trained as well as any other dog...But they do REQUIRE your attention....Wonderful dogs

[@ThreeDogsChannel]

My rescue Belgian Malinois mix is the most hyper dog I have ever owned. He requires at least a few miles of running every single day. I can not imaging having a purebred Belgian Malinois.

[@makechaos]

the same. what did i get myself into lol

[@meccaweatherhead375]

I have a malinois great Dane mix when she plays she plays hard she is up at 4 am everyday I have a pit mastiff mix also she puts him in his place on a daily basis

[@meccaweatherhead375]

My malinois isa half great Dane

[@MrNmnm2211]

Exactly the same as my jack russell terrier, but 5 times the size

[@suzcrook3563]

Exactly what I was thinking, that’s what my Jack Russell is like, non stop play!

[@hattienuff1405]

Beautiful dog but waaayy too much hyperactive energy for me.

[@ALWhiteAuthor]

Aside from the side splitting hilarity of this video the information provided is on point. Just got you a new subscriber. Can't wait to get my Mal next year.

[@choggaming9181]

+AZ Patriot btw my mal,her name is ziva,it depends on how you train them how hyper they are i trained my mal to play with herself shes not that hyper at all if anything shes a lazy dog when im taking a nap(i hardly ever do)shes right there by ma side

[@janinealbrecht5985]

Good luck and happy things for you and the MAL...

[@marvinbeachy1893]

AZ Patriot p

[@johnmoran6172]

Chog gaming 6

[@rebeccastratton4114]

I just started watching vids on these beautiful animals. So far until I found this post, I only saw the "working" dog vids. Thanks for showing the more "normal" side of these fur babies.

[@strauqq1]

Ok, I guess I won't be owning one.

[@MegaCindyr]

I have 2 its fun 🤣

[@reacorp401k2]

I saw this video a cocouple of years ago. I enjoyed it then and I especially enjoyed it now while I'm in quarantine in SFBAY. Thank you for sharing. It made my day

[@andrewpancroft3284]

She's a spectacular example!! Lovely Mal!!!

[@CreativePetKeeping]

This is brilliant

[@DogMattersTV]

+Creative Pet Keeping Thank you!

[@warronfrench8163]

I love how *Envy* decided when you were done speaking from your notes. I have a Belgian Malinois in the USA (I am visiting in Alice Springs and leave on Friday). I have been away from my home for almost 3 weeks; and I miss my Sable - the Belgian Malinois.

[@DogMattersTV]

I hope you have enjoyed Australia Warron! I just visited the US a few weeks ago! I missed my dogs too. That is the hardest part with travelling.

[@warronfrench8163]

Yes indeed. Especially for me last week. I actually suffered from a heart attack - of all things last Thursday. Thanks for the well wishes.

[@ginzod]

She's a good dog.....Envy is a good dog.....she's just happy. I had a German Shepherd....and he liked to tear paper up and act crazy.. Your Envy is a beautiful dog

[@warronfrench8163]

Merry Christmas.

[@jaelabraham6127]

Your video was lovely and so informative. I've had German Shepherds and been an admirer of Malinois but had no idea of their intensity!! Wonderful job on this video and both you and your dog are beautiful! Would love to see more of Envy in videos. Good job.

[@Bowie.]

Thank you for your honesty. You saved me about 10 years of annoyance.

[@geckoproductions4128]

I have a female mal I adopted out of the puppy program at Lackland AFB 15 years ago. I am pushing 70 and have had dogs all my life, and my mal is absolutely the smartest dog I've ever owned. She washed out of the puppy program after finishing all her basic obedience because she could not tolerate loud noises....like thunder, guns, airplanes, etc.....definitely a problem for a military working dog. So, we adopted her and she adapted to us right away. She had plenty of kids and grandkids to play with, a never-ending food bowl, and her own door to the yard so she could be in or out as she wished. Sadly, she probably won't last much longer. But, I can honestly say she's the best dog I've ever owned. Two things I would add to the video above: mats are very sensitive: a good scolding is all mine ever needed for discipline--go lightly. Second, they need room. Do not get one of these dogs if you live in an apartment or even a small house. Lastly, these are NOT get and forget dogs. They require you frequent and ongoing attention. If you can do that, I'll bet they are the best dogs you will ever own.

[@americanmisfit75]

0330: wakes up daddy to go outside and potty. 0340: watches daddy drink his coffee. 0345: watches daddy potty. 0400: out for a 3-4 mile run/walk. 0500: watches daddy shower. 0545: watches sadly as daddy leaves for worlk. 1810: yay, daddy's home. 1820: out for a 3 mile run/walk. 1900: watches daddy eat dinner. 1915: play time, play time, play time. 2100: watches daddy sleep. Repeat cycle.

[@rickylewis219]

americanmisfit75

[@Matt463634]

Going to work? Isn't that animal neglect for a Malinois?

[@reginabrown921]

Awe!!! You are so good

[@jazz3j3211]

That walk to run pace is a tad slow man.

[@samirmanohar573]

keeps daddy healthy , hearty and happy ===corrrect

[@heathernewman5272]

Mine laid down while awake for the first time when he was 1 year old. I honestly thought he was sick! He had never stopped moving before! 😅

[@ericvanhalen1135]

Such a down to earth informative video. A must see for any potential owner. Have owned Kelpie X dogs for over 30yrs they are much alike in the energy department. Boredom leads to destruction.

[@lisagfrerer9429]

I have a kelpie x also, she is a rescue i got her when she was 5/6 or 7 and now she is 15. She still runs ( canters) up our very steep 1km drive 1-3 times a day, big walk and hour of ball chasing and then she is happy. She also goes with me everywhere and never left alone. With these breeds if you cant do the exercise and mental stimulation they become depressed. No life for any working dog. People need to know this.

[@jessicasuchy7850]

I have a seven month old Mal lab mix, and it is the most calm dog I've ever met. She somtimes refuses to continue onto walks no matter what I do! she is AMAZINGLY smart though! learned her name, sit, 'look' and lay down all on her first day with us. We are continuing training, and I'll update if she becomes more energetic!

[@parkerbrown-nesbit1747]

We adopted what turned out to be a 4 year old Mal a little over 5 months ago (the rescue had her listed as a German Shepherd/Husky mix). She's very chill (a total couch potato) who doesn't play with toys. She's not a chewer either. She can be destructive (mostly food-oriented), so we have had to start crating her when we're gone and at night (I give her a frozen peanut butter filled Kong, which keeps her busy). She's incredibly well trained (thanks to whoever trained her!), and has decided that I am her person.

[@maryo.paddock8093]

Envy is just beautiful and I am very, very glad she's YOURS. :) About five years ago I rescued a GSD/Heeler mix who was my first experience with a high drive dog. Your Envy makes me think of her. I'd had GSDs and even a Border Collie before and had done some training and tracking (hobby only). I've even had a Jack Russell/Dachshund mix (part dog/part wild thing). Story joined our house at ten weeks old--was a dream to housebreak, super easy to teach the basics. But she never, ever, ever, ever, ever slept. And she had to have something in her mouth all the time--on walks, in the house, etc. She destroyed bedding, ate socks, and chewed up all her toys. Story loved fireworks! The boys would take her outside with them on the 4th of July and had to hold her back to keep her from grabbing the bottle rockets. The more explosions, the happier she got. We are seasoned dog owners and love a challenge, but this? Good grief . . . My oldest son graduated from college, landed a dream job, and moved out. Story went with him. It turned out to be a perfect match. He gets her and is not put off by her complicated disposition. He tells me that at five years old, she's finally sleeping at night--sometimes. And she's stopped chewing up her toys--mostly.

[@rickchapman4240]

I'd love to own one, but I don't think I have enough energy for one

[@Reggaeshark.]

This might sound stupid but.. get two 😂

[@markshaz8691]

They are beautiful, and with the right owner they are great dogs. Thanks made our mind up on us getting a Malinois. Definite now.

[@mlambrechts1]

Hi! Beautifully done. This is exactly what it is. I come from Belgium, Malines and have known these dogs for all my life. I have one right now :) If you're in to Lassy movies, this dog is not for you. If you want a highly intelligent dog that never stops to amaze you and ... ahum... just never stops.... this is for you (and keep your fingers away when you want to play a game of thug...)

[@chillinator]

We call them Maligators for a reason. Best reason to not have one: You are lazy and you know it and/or you expect the dog to be self-maintaining. This will end in disaster for you and the dog. They need a job - and if you don't give on to them, they will find one ... and you won't like the job they find ..... I've had some super-high drive Mali's and some that were pretty mellow (relatively, of course - they'll never be a Golden Retriever ... even when they're asleep). I prefer about half-way between the extremes .... If you put the time into them, however, it pays off in amazing ways. From my experience, they don't calm down a lot until they're more like 4-5 years old ... but your mileage may vary ... Oh - and one more reason to not have one is if you don't like getting slimed - lol. Mali's are very "mouthy" in that they love to put their open mouth on your hands or arms - especially if they like you ;)

[@colsmith7257]

Maligators that's gold

[@kilgoretrout6136]

They need a job... Gotta keep them busy.

[@Olive-cp4nu]

YES

[@Olive-cp4nu]

Mark Pozsar It means u shouldn’t have one. Deal with it.

[@Olive-cp4nu]

Mark Pozsar DONT GET ONE THEN IF YOU KNOW YOU DONT HAVE THE TIME!!!!!!!!! Gosh!

[@beardedpanda5086]

6 weeks to 12 weeks was a tough time and I often regretted getting mine. But from 12 weeks until now, about a year my mal has been sooo much fun living with and such a blessing. Just have to have a schedule and be consistent with training. The Farts are definitely true and they smell awful!

[@eezeegeezaa]

feed it raw and get in hands with your butcher. Get lamb/beef offcuts of spine, neck and ribs. Give according to the dogs intake of daily food a neck to chew on. It occupies them aswell as draining their chewing needs and also keeps their teeth clean. Chewing paper etc will become less appealing and hopefully cure your problem. A bone a day saves your furniture hurray!😁

[@eezeegeezaa]

ps crappy kibble gives them gas and a yard full off crap. FEED RAW

[@DogMattersTV]

We do feed raw and recommend raw to all our clients too :)

[@eezeegeezaa]

+Dog Matters hmm.. try giving the mal a beef/goat spine or neck/ribs to chew on during the day. See if that works? he is chewing crap as he is deficient of need. My Corso get this cut of meat and bone and usually occupies them up 30-60mins a day draining any chewing needs apart from intruders😉

[@apexxscout8098]

The Kleenex-paper attack not food related but bite toy related.

[@tomasmartinez7580]

+Dog Matters how much do they cost when they are puppies in U.S. DOLLARS please thank u they are beautiful dogs I can probably keep up with them I have 4 kids and I think I can keep up with one thanks please respond

[@VonKalenborneKennels]

I smiled the entire way through

[@DogMattersTV]

+VonKalenborneKennels That makes me smile :) Thank you!

[@emxii_9909]

I'm always super impressed when people can maintain this kind of hyper maintenance breed. Good job lady. But I'll stick to my rescue mutts.

[@annpoucher8908]

Yep, that is a Malinois.

[@drvijil]

Wow! You have the calmest, most well behaved Mal I've ever seen - LOL. There is no "off" switch with Malinois'.

[@CanDeeMarie]

So hyper seems best for the type of owner who talks a mile a minute nonstop and bounces off the walls themselves and can't stop moving 😂 I love the cool ninja part of them though.

[@mycrazylife8980]

CanDeeMarie that’s me I’m trying to get a Malinois or German shepherd soon but I can’t decide if I want the size of the German or the pure energy of the Malinois

[@mckinleyvlogs2252]

I am my Malinois’ 3rd owner. And she’s trained!!! If that tells you anything. They are a lot of work. I dedicate many hours a day to exercise, training, structure, boundaries and routine. And I work! I also have a Vizsla which I thought was a lot of work. Wrong! My day revolves around the Malinois. Everyday! Her first two owners could not put the work in and thought they were just getting a regular service dog. Wrong. They were not active enough for her. I take her almost everywhere and pretty much never leave her alone. I’ll have to say my Vizsla is helpful with draining the Malinois’ energy though. They are both close to 3 years old so they both are still very energetic and playful with each other. But there are so many factors with a Malinois. Their prey drive is intense. Every animal in my neighborhood is in danger. If she is not in heel position or a command she will chase and kill. She’s also mouthy. I have to warn my son’s friends not to play with her and get her too excited because she will nip. She wants to herd anyone running. I don’t recommend a Malinois for anyone who does not have the time to train them and put in the work. They are not your average dog. But I love mine and my Vizsla more than anything!

[@Olive-cp4nu]

McKinley Vlogs ❤️👊

[@NoToBigBro]

So they are like super sized Jack Russell?

[@otku5551]

NoToBigBro yep

[@T.Q.]

NoToBigBro Apparently so. I have a Jack Russell Terrier (bred from hunting lines) and the next one to join the family will be a Malinois. Personally I don't find the hyperactivity of a JRT too much at all. Looking forward to see which one would tire out first when we get a Malinois later this year.

[@MasterPaw]

on every steroid together lol..

[@hollydew175]

EXACTLY WHAT AI THOUGHT! huge size jack russell !!! omgosh.

[@TigerogaMimmi]

TQ i would love to hear you compare the breeds now! Malinois vs jack russell! 😁

[@laddoothesweet6381]

Thanks for making this, but I am going to have to say that a dog that snatches something out of your hand needs one to train them. It is not the dog's fault, even less so the breed's. I own a male malinois and even at a year old, bursting with energy, he is well-behaved. He surely keeps me on my toes, but in a good way = to get his exercise. He is a quick learner and extremely attentive. Of course Malionois are not a golden retriever that will simply lay around wagging their tail 80% of the day. They do need their daily dose of good physical exercise (at least 3 hours), but they are not destructive if the owner put in time and effort to train them and to exercise them.

[@lisagfrerer9429]

i agree with alot of dogs this would apply, but super smart dogs sometimes not. I had a very smart rotty/shepard who was very highly trained. In work mode he never made a mistake, was perfectly behaved off lead in any and every situation , but free time we played hard included tug and snatch and chasey and he needed it. He knew the difference and never messed up. I didnt let other people play with him hard though as he was 70 kilos

[@jayteet.8204]

There are two things I need to hide from my Mallinois, my slippers (destroyed 20+ pairs so far), and tissue rolls. She ignores all my other stuff.

[@covcarpenter9158]

Im thinking of getting a mal i have a male Rottweiler and he is trained to sniff thing out lol he is scent trained. So im used to big capable dogs would you say after owning a male rottie im ready for a mal ? Iv asked lots of people and 99% of the tell me that they are security and military dog and dont bother getting one. Id be interested on your opinion

[@jayteet.8204]

Hmmm.. I don't think I can tell whether someone is ready to get a Mal or not. I got mine in somewhat like a rescue (either I get her, or she goes to the highest bidder who might neglect her - a long story), and boy I was in for a surprise. Maybe i'll just tell you what I need to do to keep her happy. I run 6miles with her daily in the morning during the weekdays and 12 miles during the weekends. I let her learn new tricks or practice old ones in the afternoon for about an hour or so just to keep her mind occupied. She usually wrestles with my beagle in between (yeah, I also have another one that is a pain in the ass, lol!!). I learn how to teach her mostly from youtube videos and reading articles online (which shows that I'm not a hardcore dog trainer/owner). I must be consistent with everthing we do, whether she needs to sit and stay first before she eats or before she is allowed to go out, or gets my permission first before she can do something that she's not normally allowed to do when she's alone. You have to let her know that you're the boss. She needs a very strict structure which I failed numerous times the first year I got her. That's where all the ripped out slippers come from, hahaha!! Just like in the video, mine is actually of the calmer ones according to one of the dog trainers I know. So I guess if you want to own one, it's really up to how far you can go to keep your dog (any dog for that matter) happy and satisfied. Oh, and for a job, my Mal keeps my beagle away from trouble and also his protector. They are really great pals.

[@alanthealienoriginal]

@@jayteet.8204 I have a small dog that lived on the street for a little while. He's a beautiful tan over white, probably a Basenji-Chihuahua mix, super energetic and smart. He started eating my shoes, mostly the shoelaces. I sat him down and explained to him that I need the shoes to take him for a walk. I kept saying it over and over for days. "I need the SHOES to take you for a WALK, no shoes, no walk". I also gestured showing the shoes and pointing at the door for emphasis. When I put my shoes on to take him for a walk I would say, "I'm putting on my SHOES to go for a WALK". He failed a couple more times but hasn't done it since. I often explain things to him like that. I get him to sit in front of me and he really listens. He wants to make me happy so he can have the walks, I think. When he understands something he quickly licks his lips, he does most things at half light speed so you have to be watching. Duke is my first small dog so it's been a learning experience. Bigger dogs seem to be easier to train like for heeling and that. But Duke does alright.

[@lenitaa7938]

@@alanthealienoriginal Basenjis are very smart and very gorgeous, but tough to train and own! I recently got a Rat Terrier that looks like a Basenji in coloring and wrinkles on her forehead! That was my compromise! ☺️ 🤣😎

[@DogMattersTV]

Thank you for all your comments on this video that continually crack me up laughing. From the grateful to the know it alls to the people with no sense of humour to the marriage proposals. Thank you. Thank you for it all.

[@firthlaist218]

Christ, if I was having a 'bad day' ...I'm NOT anymore! You guys are utterly hilarious together!! Great video, effortlessly - maybe not for you ; ) ) - informative, while also giving me the perfect insight... ....thanks!

[@Calixj23]

THANK YOU SO MUCH...!!! I was debating getting a Malinois... after watching your video... there is NO WAY on God's green earth that I would EVER get a dog like that. WOW, talk about - crazy. That is one out of its mind pup. Its a beautiful dog, but so is a spotted leopard, and I wouldn't want one of those either. -- I do thank you, because you saved me from making a HUGE mistake.

[@HobbyAddictions]

great video, you had me laughing. I just finished a 12 week course that our local police department puts on for citizens. After seeing their police dogs in action (malinois) I was thinking about getting one. I just had to put down my 12 year old lab, but going from mello to the opposite is weighing on my decision. Thanks!

[@JoshuaPaulHollenbeck]

just adopted two of them , 4 months old brother and sister , its gonna be amazing raising them !!

[@roadtoad7704]

Keep us informed 👍

[@KishoreKumar-qv6pn]

I want your contact.....I also wanna get it

[@YTjndallas]

Looks like the dog ate your homework, for real !!!!!!

[@bubbaluv6487]

great for war zones and anti terror activities!

[@land07566]

Like chasing terrorists thru caves!

[@AarmOZ84]

Looks like the dog found the owner's cans of Red Bull and drank every single one of them.

[@rhero1]

I’ve alway said when they wrote the Superman comics, They should have wrote that Clark landed in Kansas and Krypto landed in Belgium... These dogs have all the cheat codes installed at delivery!

[@diannarosalie2531]

I got mine as a gift and she's a little demon that I wouldn't change for any thing

[@MsLoverPower]

Great description. A little demon. A loving one, right? :)

[@MetaMorphea]

Thank you. Love a breed for the right reason, not just cus its cute. Make sure you have the time, space and energy for the right type of dog. Goes for ALL breeds. Personally I am more of the "mellow" German Shepard type. Malinois is cool but too high energy for me :)

[@WaqasKhan-do8eb]

Do you have a Malanois?

[@MetaMorphea]

@@WaqasKhan-do8eb obviously not because I chose a breed more suitable for me. I am not active enough to have one but I am well aware of that. I did say that if you would have read the whole comment but I guess that's not your thing.

[@WaqasKhan-do8eb]

Its totally OK.I read the whole comment Mam and I have a pair of German Shepherds. What I wanted to say is if you have a Malanois available for import. Actually I have searched websites and contacted people but I couldn't get one.If you could pls help me get one.Thank you

[@MetaMorphea]

@@WaqasKhan-do8eb I'm the wrong lady to talk to. First off I live in UK and on top of that I have no contact with any breeders of any kind. I wish you luck thou.

[@WaqasKhan-do8eb]

@@MetaMorphea cool.Tc

[@MasterPaw]

Cool video I dont know why people dislike videos like this, but on the positive you have many more good ones. Great video, Malinois, are defiantly not for typical families. They will drive you crazy... harnessed they are probably the best out for competitive sports though. Feel free to check out my guy Rocky.

[@sharonpark7963]

My dogs male and female can be the biggest couch potatoes you've ever seen. Definitely depends on the breeding. Mine are show dogs but have working lines.

[@joshuamurtz2058]

ADHD, speed, and Gatorade all rolled into one .

[@TsetsiStoyanova]

Oh my god she gave her a run for her money!

[@hkrsescort]

Hey, I watch your videos and I also own a female malinos. I was laughing so hard because my dog is exactly the same

[@brettrun8575]

Honestly those dogs look like a friggin nightmare to own. I’ll admire them from afar.

[@Darkmanmr47]

They can be, if you're not strict with them. The Dog here is playing with her. But you the owner should decide when it is playtime, not the dog. There are lots of small ways for you to communicate dominance to the dog, no need to scream or shout at it. With 1 malinois I owned I needed to put him on his back and climb on top and growl at him and he'd still struggle to break loose, not accepting my dominance. finally he "broke" and from that moment couldn't bear eye contact if I'd put him on his back. Listened only to me, to no-one else. One hell of a working dog. PURE HELL as a pet for the weak of heart and "Casual" dog owners, they would have been toys for this bad boy.