Playful
Loving
Aloof
Independent
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Assertive
Willful

Active
Alert
Confident
Friendly
Hard working
Protective
Stubborn
Watchful

Tibetan Chins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Belgian Malinoiss are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Tibetan Chins aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Choose a Belgian Malinois if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

Belgium

Tibetan Spaniel and Japanese Chin

Shepherd Dog

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

2000's

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Cream
Red
Sable
Silver
White
Brown

Brown
Fawn
Sable

Tibetan Chins are known for their coat length.

Belgian Malinoiss have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Tibetan Chin can have a litter of 3-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Belgian Malinois can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

None Known

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Entropion
Cataracts
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Epilepsy
Pannus
Skin Allergies

Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination

Hip
MRI
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

Tibetan Chins' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Belgian Malinoiss thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Tibetan Chin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Belgian Malinois has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Tibetan Chins need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Belgian Malinoiss need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Tibetan Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Belgian Malinoiss are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Tibetan Chins bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Tibetan Chins are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Tibetan Chin dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Belgian Malinoiss are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Belgian Malinois, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Tibetan Chin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 60-80 pound (27 - 36 kg) Belgian Malinois feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Tibetan Chin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Tibetan Chin is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Belgian Malinois is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Tibetan Chins are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Belgian Malinois is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Tibetan Chins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Belgian Malinoiss are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Tibetan Chins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Tibetan Chins are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Belgian Malinoiss are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

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

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

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

Belgian Malinoiss are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

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