Belgian Malinois

Belgian Malinois
/mal'euhn wah"/
one of a Belgian breed of medium-sized dogs having a short coat, tan to dark brown in color, a black mask, and erect ears, bred originally as a sheepherding dog.
[1965-70; < F malinois pertaining to MALINES]

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