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Belgian Malinois vs Papillon
Photo: Svenska Mässan · CC BY 2.0 Belgian Malinois
BelgiumThe Belgian Malinois is identified here as a short-haired fawn variety of the Belgian Shepherd, a medium-sized herding-dog breed originating in Belgium.
- Originates in Belgium.
- Identified as a herding dog.
- Variety is described by coat and colour.
Photo: Gvdmoort · CC BY-SA 3.0 Papillon
BelgiumThe Papillon is one of two ear types of the Continental Toy Spaniel, a miniature or toy-sized spaniel breed associated with Belgium and France.
- Miniature or toy size
- Erect ears distinguish the Papillon type
- Two ear types share other characteristics
The facts, side by side
| Belgian Malinois | Papillon | |
|---|---|---|
| Animal | dog | dog |
| Bred as | Belgian Shepherd | — |
| Origin | Belgium | Belgium |
| Height | — | 28 cm |
| Weight | — | 1.5 kg |
| Life expectancy | — | — |
Both are on Dog breeds, Dog breeds from Belgium.
Photo credits2 photographs on this page
- Belgian Malinois — Svenska Mässan · CC BY 2.0 · file page
- Papillon — Gvdmoort · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
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