Active
Curious
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Hard working

Active
Curious
Playful
Independent
Agile
Intelligent
Confident
Responsive
Docile
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Fearless
Faithful
Easygoing

Malinois Xs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Schipeses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

German Shepherd and Belgian Malinois

Maltese and Schipperke

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Black
Brown
Blue
White

Black
White

Malinois Xs have medium-length coats.

Schipeses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Malinois X 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.

A Schipese can have a litter of 3-7 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.

Malinois Xs typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Schipese breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Bloat
Degenerative Myelopathy
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Endocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI)

Distichiasis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Dental Problems

Bone And Joint Problems
Allergies
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Entropion
Ectropion
Portacaval Shunt
Hypoglycemia
Hypothyroidism
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

X-Rays
Dental Examination
Ear Examination
X-ray imaging
Eye Examinations
Blood Analysis
Complete Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis

Eye Examinations
BAER Testing
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Malinois Xs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Schipeses sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Malinois Xs 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.

Schipeses are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Malinois X, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Schipese, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Malinois Xs 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.

In general most Schipeses usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 65-85 pound (29 - 39 kg) Malinois X 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.

For an average 8-12 pound (4 - 5 kg) Schipese feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Malinois X is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Schipese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Malinois X 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.

The average per month expenses of a Schipese is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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 breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Malinois Xs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Schipese is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Malinois Xs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Schipeses are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Malinois Xs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Schipeses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Malinois Xs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Schipeses are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Malinois Xs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Schipeses are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

The Malinois X is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Schipeses are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.