How long does a Belgian Malinois Whippet Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 13–16 years, the midpoint of the Belgian Malinois (14–16 years) and the Whippet (12–15 years).

Is a Belgian Malinois Whippet Mix easy to train?

Trainability is low to high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Belgian Malinois Whippet Mix

A Belgian Malinois Whippet mix is a cross between a Belgian Malinois and a Whippet. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 30–60 lb and live 13–16 years.

Belgian Malinois, a purebred dog — Belgian MalinoisPhoto: Svenska Mässan from Sweden, CC BY 2.0, source

Whippet, a purebred dog — WhippetPhoto: Sagaciousphil, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.

Weight30–60 lbcan be 25–80 lb

Height20–24 inat the shoulder

Lifespan13–16 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Belgian Malinois Whippet Mix get?

Belgian Malinois40–80 lb

The mix30–60 lb

Whippet25–40 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Belgian Malinois Whippet Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.

Height runs 20–24 inches at the shoulder, against 22–26 in for the Belgian Malinois and 18–22 in for the Whippet.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Moderate

Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.

Energy

High

Plan on long daily walks plus real exercise, such as running, fetch or a sport. A yard alone will not tire this dog out.

Trainability

Low to high

The Belgian Malinois rates high and the Whippet low; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low

A weekly brush and the odd bath keep the coat in shape.

Temperament

The Belgian Malinois is usually described as confident, smart, hardworking. The Whippet as affectionate, playful, calm. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Belgian Malinois vs Whippet vs the mix

Trait	Belgian Malinois	Belgian Malinois Whippet Mix	Whippet
Weight	40–80 lb	30–60 lb	25–40 lb
Height	22–26 in	20–24 in	18–22 in
Lifespan	14–16 yr	13–16 yr	12–15 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	low
Energy	high	high	moderate
Group	Herding	mixed	Hound

Questions about the Belgian Malinois Whippet Mix

How big does a Belgian Malinois Whippet Mix get?: Most grow to 30–60 pounds and 20–24 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 25–80 pounds.
How long does a Belgian Malinois Whippet Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 13–16 years, the midpoint of the Belgian Malinois (14–16 years) and the Whippet (12–15 years).
Does a Belgian Malinois Whippet Mix shed?: Shedding is moderate. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Belgian Malinois Whippet Mix easy to train?: Trainability is low to high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.