Hi, I've never actually posted here, only lurked, but I just wanted make a comment in regards to
Malinois are more refined and slightly smaller then the Germans. They are also(i find) smarter and quicker to react. That is why the police are starting to switch from Germans to Balgians.
It's true that many police departments are going to Malinois. A lot of this has to do with all the irresponsible breeding of German Shepherds, which has led to a variety of health problems along with problems with weak nerves. On the list of dog's intelligence, the GSD is listed as #3 and the Malinois as #22. I don't agree with this, I think the Malinois are much more intelligent than that, but I don't think they're more intelligent than German Shepherds. Definitely more intense, in general,and amazing drive. Personally, I find GSDs and Mals quite similar in appearance, except for the brindles...there's no mistaking them!