How long does a Rottweiler Belgian Malinois Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–13 years, the midpoint of the Rottweiler (9–10 years) and the Belgian Malinois (14–16 years).

Is a Rottweiler 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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Rottweiler Belgian Malinois Mix

A Rottweiler Belgian Malinois mix is a cross between a Rottweiler and a Belgian Malinois. Most grow into large dogs of 60–110 lb and live 12–13 years.

Rottweiler, a purebred dog — RottweilerPhoto: Томасина, 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.

Weight60–110 lbcan be 40–135 lb

Height22–26 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–13 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Rottweiler Belgian Malinois Mix get?

Rottweiler80–135 lb

The mix60–110 lb

Belgian Malinois40–80 lb

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

Height runs 22–26 inches at the shoulder, against 22–27 in for the Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler is usually described as loyal, loving, confident guardian. 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.

Rottweiler vs Belgian Malinois vs the mix

Trait	Rottweiler	Rottweiler Belgian Malinois Mix	Belgian Malinois
Weight	80–135 lb	60–110 lb	40–80 lb
Height	22–27 in	22–26 in	22–26 in
Lifespan	9–10 yr	12–13 yr	14–16 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	moderate
Energy	moderate	high	high
Group	Working	mixed	Herding

Questions about the Rottweiler Belgian Malinois Mix

How big does a Rottweiler Belgian Malinois Mix get?: Most grow to 60–110 pounds and 22–26 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 40–135 pounds.
How long does a Rottweiler Belgian Malinois Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–13 years, the midpoint of the Rottweiler (9–10 years) and the Belgian Malinois (14–16 years).
Does a Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler 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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Other Belgian Malinois mixes

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