Published 19:46 IST, October 30th 2019
Belgian Malinois: Can the service dog be a good fit as a family dog?
Belgian Malinois breed of dogs has often been seen in Army films and television series. Read below to know if this service breed of dogs can be good house dogs.
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Ever since President of The United States, Donald Trump has posted the photo of a service Belgian Malinois dog on Twitter, people have evidently gained interest in this breed of dogs. Often used as military service dogs, the Belgian Malinois is an active and hard-working breed of dogs. The breed has been effective in drug-sniffing, bomb detection and also search and rescue.
President Trump congratulated the Belgian Malinois service dog
This isn't the first time when this breed of dogs has come to the limelight. The 2015 film Max also featured a Belgian Malinois which evidently made people more interested in this breed. But, is this breed of dogs the ideal match to be your house pet?
The Belgian Malinois is predominantly a smart breed of dogs. Their strength lies in both physical and mental capabilities. This breed is known for its problem-solving abilities and also are well-known guard dogs. But all these aspects might not be required for a family dog. Though this breed can be an ideal fit for some, it may not be the case for others.
This breed requires special attention when it comes to physical activities. The breed thrives on regular and varied physical activities which provide them with overall health maintenance. Often known to be smart and trainable, this breed will soon get bored and lazy if regular exercises, both physical and mental are not provided on time. This breed is known to play the role od a guard or a protector which makes them a perfect fit if you're looking for a watchdog. To consider this dog as an option as a family dog will not be vital to everyone. People who spend most of their home time indoors are not advised to keep this dog as a family dog, as this breed loves to be outdoors, exploring the world. People looking for a companion for their wild adventures in nature can surely consider this breed as it will be the perfect fit for you.
Updated 00:19 IST, October 31st 2019
