Mali-dutchie

United States

Dutch Shepherd and Belgian Malinois

2000's

Brown

Black

Brindle
Silver
Fawn
Brown
Black

Mali-dutchies are known for their short coat.

Straight

6-10 puppies per pregnancy

A Mali-dutchie can have a litter of 6-10 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.

The adaptability of Mali-dutchie dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Mali-dutchie is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

None

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Retinal Dysplasia
Pannus
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy
Cryptorchidism
Atopy

None

Blood Test
Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Thyroid Testing
Full Body Physical Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Mali-dutchie have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

Mali-dutchies dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

Catch, Road trip, Play, Fetch, Walk, Run, Swim, Frisbee, Bite Training, Tricks, Cuddling, Running

High

Mali-dutchies 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.

18 miles / week

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Mali-dutchie, it's at least 18 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

120 minutes

In general most Mali-dutchies usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Mali-dutchie is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Daily

Ideally, Mali-dutchie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

3 cups

For an average 60-80 pound (27 - 36 kg) Mali-dutchie 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.

$2.10 - $2.70 / day

The average cost of a Mali-dutchie is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

$55 - $73 / month

The average per month expenses of a Mali-dutchie 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.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Mali-dutchies are dogs that do well in apartments with sufficient exercise, but they would really appreciate a small yard.

Mali-dutchies are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Mali-dutchies are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Mali-dutchies are average friendly towards other dogs. If they are raised with other dogs, they are likely to get along with them. And, if they are socialized properly from a young age, they will usually be great with other dogs.

Mali-dutchies are below average friendly around strangers. Keen of eye and sharp of tongue, most Mali-dutchies are very quick to announce strangers at the door. Once the visitor comes in, some Mali-dutchies will be friendly and outgoing. But many others have the standoffish or suspicious towards strangers.

Mali-dutchies are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Mali-dutchie for a mellower experience.

Mali-dutchie dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.