While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Crested Malts are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Belgian Tervuren is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

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Crested Malts shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Belgian Tervurens are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Crested Malts aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Choose a Belgian Tervuren if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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Crested Malts have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Belgian Tervurens are known for their coat length.

A Crested Malt can have a litter of 2-5 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 Belgian Tervuren can have a litter of 12-14 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.

Crested Malts are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Belgian Tervurens are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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Elbow Dysplasia
Sebaceous Adenitis
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Crested Malts' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Belgian Tervurens thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Crested Malt has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Belgian Tervuren has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Crested Malts need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Belgian Tervurens need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Crested Malts are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Crested Malts bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Belgian Tervuren dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Crested Malts 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.

Belgian Tervurens 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Crested Malt, it's at least 5 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 Belgian Tervuren, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Crested Malts usually need at least 30 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 Belgian Tervurens usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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For an average 5-10 pound (2 - 5 kg) Crested Malt 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.

For an average 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) Belgian Tervuren feed 2.5 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 Crested Malt is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Belgian Tervuren is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Crested Malt 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.

The average per month expenses of a Belgian Tervuren is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Crested Malt has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Belgian Tervuren is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

Crested Malts make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

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

Belgian Tervurens are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Belgian Tervurens are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Crested Malts are highly friendly around strangers.

Belgian Tervurens are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Crested Malts have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Belgian Tervurens are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Crested Malts are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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