Building A Pack Structure Within The Malinois Family
Busy families and families of 4 or more members may have to work more at building a pack structure within their family. Malinois are generally sociable creatures though they …
Category: Care and Training
How Music Affects Your Belgian Malinois
Auditory information is a huge part of a Malinois’ ability to communicate. Sound gets a Malinois’ attention and some of the tones and frequencies of music affects Malinois dogs …
How To Build Self Esteem and Confidence in Your Belgian Malinois
Building self-esteem and confidence in your Malinois should begin in puppyhood. Puppies who haven’t been socialized with people or unfamiliar environments may become apprehensive later in their life. Getting …
3 Reasons Why Your Malinois Won’t Listen Nor Obey You
There can be many reasons why your Malinois won’t listen or obey you. Usually, this has to do with “who’s in charge”. When a Belgian Malinois is first brought home …
3 Ways To Make Your Malinois Focus On You
Using your Belgian Malinois’ natural instincts while training can come in handy. The first goal is getting your Malinois to focus on you. Having your Mal’s attention is the …
How to Protect Your Malinois From Elbow & Joint Injuries
The Malinois was made to work; they need a sense of purpose and the possibility to participate in highly intense activities in order to satisfy their needs, which means …
How to Properly Introduce Belgian Malinois Dogs
Introducing your new Belgian Malinois dog to the pack is stressful for all involved, regardless of how carefully it’s done. Because the Malinois has a strong defense (fight-or-flight) drive …
Temperament of The Belgian Malinois and Personality Testing
The Belgian Malinois, affectionately referred to as a “Maligator” by those who work closely with the breed, is an active, strong and assertive shepherd dog with the jaws of …
Herbs Recommended For Malinois Health
Herbs have become a popular means of attaining quality health in recent times, and their benefits also extend to our K9’s. Many dog-safe herbs can be used to treat …
How to Improve Malinois Health and Longevity
Max died in 2013. He was a 29-year old dachshund, a feat which earned him the World’s Oldest Living Dog. Max wasn’t a super-dog, but he had an unusually …