Belgian Malinois are squarely built, proud, and alert herders standing 22 to 26 inches. Strong and well-muscled, but more elegant than bulky, there’s an honest, no-frills look about them, as befit dogs built to work hard for their feed. A breed hallmark is the proud carriage of the head. Coat colors range from a rich fawn to mahogany. The black ears and mask accentuate bright, questioning eyes the color of dark Belgian chocolate.
It is my sincere desire that those judging the Belgian Malinois attempt to know the breed beyond its standard; an understanding of the history and purpose of the breed will give a judge more confidence in making the correct selections. ...
