Belgian Malinois are medium-large breed dogs that grow up to be big dogs. However, seeing your Belgian Malinois not growing to the expected size at different growth stages and being small can be concerning. What can cause a Belgian Malinois to be so small? Let’s look at the common reasons why a Belgian Malinois can […]
Having your backyard destroyed by your Belgian Malinois’ digging can be frustrating. The behavior can sometimes seem uncontrollable because of the frequent occurrence. By understanding the reasons why they dig, you can implement the right method to train them to prevent the behavior. So what are the reasons behind Belgian Malinois digging? Let’s look into […]
Chewing is a natural dog instinct that is common in both adult Belgian Malinois and puppies. It is a destructive behavior that results in your dog chewing on items in the home. Your Belgian Malinois does not intentionally do this but the behavior needs to be controlled. Without control, it leads to a behavioral problem […]
When you notice your Belgian Malinois not able to walk properly, stand or walk very awkwardly, this can be very concerning. So what makes a Belgian Malinois have trouble walking? Is it very serious? Let’s dive in and uncover why a Belgian Malinois may have trouble walking and when to seek help. Why is my […]
A Belgian Malinois can do annoying things that irritate you and make you a little angry such as nipping, biting, leash pulling, scratching at the doors, crying, or whining. These behaviors do not align with what you expect them to do and it can be frustrating and annoying. So, why is a Belgian Malinois so […]
It is quite concerning to see your Belgian Malinois shaking their head constantly. Continuous head shaking is not normal and can be a sign that something is wrong. So, why do Belgian Malinois shake their heads? What are the possible causes and when should you see a veterinarian? Let’s look into the reasons behind a […]
Belgian Malinois gagging can be scary and very concerning. Gagging looks like a vomiting motion with a dog having its mouth open but with no expulsion of stomach contents. It is usually accompanied by a cough and small amounts of mucus may come out, and some Belgian Malinois may swallow again. So, what causes a […]
Belgian Malinois coughing can be alarming whether it is a hacking cough or any other type of cough. It is not pleasant to hear your dog cough especially also if accompanied by a change in breathing patterns. Coughing is a normal natural physical reaction of getting dust or any material from the airways. But what […]
“Dumb” behavior means dog behavior that seems to lack intelligence or stupid. A Belgian Malinois acting dumb can be confusing as well as concerning. A Belgian Malinois that acts dumb may fall over frequently, misbehave to get attention, engage in random barking, refuse to respond to their name, be slow in learning commands, run into […]
Sleep is important for the restoration of energy, for healing and growth for us humans as well as for dogs. However, you may have wondered why your Belgian Malinois sleeps most of the day. Is this normal and should you be worried? In this article, we aim to show you factors that influence a Belgian […]