Belgian Malinois

Herding · Large

French Bulldog

Non-Sporting · Small

Belgian Malinois vs French Bulldog

Side-by-side comparison of the Belgian Malinois and French Bulldog — size, temperament, shedding, trainability, cost, and compatibility ratings.

Quick comparison

Best for families

French Bulldog

Based on good-with-kids rating

Easier to train

Belgian Malinois

Based on trainability rating

Less shedding

French Bulldog

Based on shedding level

Better for apartments

French Bulldog

Based on apartment-friendly rating

Lower maintenance

French Bulldog

Based on grooming needs

Longer lifespan

Belgian Malinois

Based on average lifespan

Detailed comparison

Physical traits

Trait	Belgian Malinois	French Bulldog
Size	Large	Small
Height	22–26″	11–13″
Weight	40–80 lbs	16–28 lbs
Lifespan	14–16 yrs	10–12 yrs
Group	Herding	Non-Sporting
Coat type	Short, dense double coat	Short, smooth, fine

Temperament & behavior

Trait	Belgian Malinois	French Bulldog
Energy level	Very High	Low
Trainability	Very High	High
Barking level	Moderate	Low

Compatibility

Trait	Belgian Malinois	French Bulldog
Good with kids	Moderate	Very High
Good with dogs	Moderate	High
Good with cats	Low	High
Apartment friendly	Very Low	Very High

Care requirements

Trait	Belgian Malinois	French Bulldog
Shedding	High	Low
Grooming needs	Low	Very Low
Daily exercise	90–120 min	20–40 min
Daily food	2–3 cups	1–1.5 cups
Annual cost	$1 400–$2 400	$1 500–$3 000

Temperament