How long does a Cane Corso Belgian Malinois Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Cane Corso (9–12 years) and the Belgian Malinois (14–16 years).

Is a Cane Corso Belgian Malinois Mix easy to train?

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

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Cane Corso Belgian Malinois Mix

A Cane Corso Belgian Malinois mix is a cross between a Cane Corso and a Belgian Malinois. Most grow into large dogs of 65–95 lb and live 12–14 years.

Cane Corso, a purebred dog — Cane CorsoPhoto: Topmoretta, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

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

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

Weight65–95 lbcan be 40–110 lb

Height23–27 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–14 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Cane Corso Belgian Malinois Mix get?

Cane Corso88–110 lb

The mix65–95 lb

Belgian Malinois40–80 lb

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

Height runs 23–27 inches at the shoulder, against 23.5–27.5 in for the Cane Corso and 22–26 in for the Belgian Malinois.

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

High

The Cane Corso rates moderate and the Belgian Malinois high; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low

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

Temperament

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

Cane Corso vs Belgian Malinois vs the mix

Trait	Cane Corso	Cane Corso Belgian Malinois Mix	Belgian Malinois
Weight	88–110 lb	65–95 lb	40–80 lb
Height	23.5–27.5 in	23–27 in	22–26 in
Lifespan	9–12 yr	12–14 yr	14–16 yr
Shedding	low	moderate	moderate
Energy	high	high	high
Group	Working	mixed	Herding

Questions about the Cane Corso Belgian Malinois Mix

How big does a Cane Corso Belgian Malinois Mix get?: Most grow to 65–95 pounds and 23–27 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 40–110 pounds.
How long does a Cane Corso Belgian Malinois Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Cane Corso (9–12 years) and the Belgian Malinois (14–16 years).
Does a Cane Corso Belgian Malinois 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 Cane Corso Belgian Malinois Mix easy to train?: Trainability is high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Cane Corso mixes

Other Belgian Malinois mixes

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