Cost of owning a malinois?

[EFFECTIC DESIGNS]

nice dog deh nerve...what was the price for him

I paid 3k for mine 12 years ago but, no big expenditure since.

So then its safe to say malinois is the way to go?

No big expenditure, they don't get sick or require vets etc for the most part?

Then I will get a malinois, how much for a puppy who already has his shots etc?

[SMc]

Why would you want a dog seeing that once acquired-you don't want to buy the dog proper food, get the dog vaccinated, regular check-ups or treatment if its sick- if its just cause you want something to hug up and call a friend get a forking stuffed toy and done an save everyone a bit of hassle

[shake d livin wake d dead]

Op...pot hound is suited for you

[nervewrecker]

The dog eats a tonne of chow, chow not cheap, needs training of some sort because a dog that size (when fully grown) wont be easy to handle, then food when he grows up will be more, vet bills arent cheap and they get sick easy when they small (left some tin food uncovered and flies got into it, he had to be rushed to the vet), needs shots etc.

Pot hound if you cant cope with all that.

[hustla_ambition101]

Have a stuffed paw patrol dog if you want..

[88sins]

The dog eats a tonne of chow, chow not cheap, needs training of some sort because a dog that size (when fully grown) wont be easy to handle, then food when he grows up will be more, vet bills arent cheap and they get sick easy when they small (left some tin food uncovered and flies got into it, he had to be rushed to the vet), needs shots etc.

Pot hound if you cant cope with all that.

u forget d most important part. A proper tall fence around the yard. A good Mali will jump a 4'-5' wall like it ain't even there when he motivated. Is 6' of fence & upwards or nuttn guaranteed
Last ting u want is your pretty pointy eared Mali jump d fence & bite somebody, get killed or get stolen.

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Well thats a ton of effort for a dog like WTF?

I had a Rott mix with shepherd a few years ago and he NEVER required this kind of maintenance, he ate pet meat and rice everyday and never required shots once he was past puppy. And was only once a day he eat and he lived for 13 years.

so I am not sure if to believe what is posted here about maintenance.....

In any event I go get a cat I feel like he would be cheaper and he might kill out the rats and frogs

[rspann]

Ed, anytime I travelling I will drop my shepherd by you. I sometimes don't have anyone to see about her when I'm gone and have to pay a worker . I will bring food ,everything. I not paying you because you will be getting to live out your dreams

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nice dog deh nerve...what was the price for him

I paid 3k for mine 12 years ago but, no big expenditure since.

So then its safe to say malinois is the way to go?

No big expenditure, they don't get sick or require vets etc for the most part?

Then I will get a malinois, how much for a puppy who already has his shots etc?

Its a good tough dog to have....you see there are alot of people (including this forum) who make make it out to be some kind ah big boy thing to own ah pure breed but, i can tell you that my mal got shots at birth by the first owner and i never gave him shots after that.....he then had a 20 by 20 fenced area with a shed and never stayed in the shed rain or shine patroling the perimeter till there is no grass.....I feed him chow once a day and lots of water....thats it.....

But if you pamper the dog all the time, give him shots like hell (which would also have side effects), keep him indoors all the time and feed them non-stop its obvious that it would be expensive..

[Redman]

ED...take note.

[Soul Collector]

We have 8 or 9 dogs. Can't even keep up. All of them are rescue dogs. You seem to just want the looks of a pure breed dog with the least amount of work to do. All I could say is this post just make me cringe. Don't get in over your head and have an animal there suffering because you can't take care of it properly, please.

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nice dog deh nerve...what was the price for him

I paid 3k for mine 12 years ago but, no big expenditure since.

So then its safe to say malinois is the way to go?

No big expenditure, they don't get sick or require vets etc for the most part?

Then I will get a malinois, how much for a puppy who already has his shots etc?

Its a good tough dog to have....you see there are alot of people (including this forum) who make make it out to be some kind ah big boy thing to own ah pure breed but, i can tell you that my mal got shots at birth by the first owner and i never gave him shots after that.....he then had a 20 by 20 fenced area with a shed and never stayed in the shed rain or shine patroling the perimeter till there is no grass.....I feed him chow once a day and lots of water....thats it.....

But if you pamper the dog all the time, give him shots like hell (which would also have side effects), keep him indoors all the time and feed them non-stop its obvious that it would be expensive..

Thank god you decided to post on this forum yes, the way them fellas carrying about you would swear owning a Malinois is like owning a kid belonging to the Queen of England.

You are right I had a huge Rot mix with Shepherd and he NEVER required Vet. Only just a couple shots when he was a pup but that was it.

I will get the Malinois, them fellas just trying to prevent me from owning my dream dog. One set ah dotish talk about how you hadda treat an animal like its a prince of some sh!t. We got to this point with millions of years of evolution, but somehow now EVERYTHING requires royal treatment to survive? I have seen abandoned dogs like husky and shepherds live for years homeless until they are rescued. And its not like my dog would even be homeless I go buy him some chow I feel.

How long does the big 50 pound bag of chow last your Malinos?

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About 5 weeks.

[EFFECTIC DESIGNS]

About 5 weeks.

Thanks

I guess the cost of that bag is probably around $300?

Would rice and pet meat be healthier and cheaper?

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If you have the time thats fine but the chow is more convenient for me...I give him the occasional meat too...but the chow seems to give him a complete diet....(just my thinking, not sure if it makes sense)

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If you have the time thats fine but the chow is more convenient for me...I give him the occasional meat too...but the chow seems to give him a complete diet....(just my thinking, not sure if it makes sense)

Yes certainly makes sense.

Thanks for the info!!!

BTW last question, average price so for a malinois puppy?

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Np....i paid 3k for mine...shouldnt be too far from that price now..

[EFFECTIC DESIGNS]

Np....i paid 3k for mine...shouldnt be too far from that price now..

Thank you very much my good sir

[MaxPower]

nice dog deh nerve...what was the price for him

I paid 3k for mine 12 years ago but, no big expenditure since.

So then its safe to say malinois is the way to go?

No big expenditure, they don't get sick or require vets etc for the most part?

Then I will get a malinois, how much for a puppy who already has his shots etc?

OP listen,

U see when you start with the big expenditure ting, what gonna happen if the dog need surgery or some sort of expensive treatment?? The dog gonna suffer ent?

For heavens sake man, i know some ppl pocket not deep but if you HAF to get a dog, get the lowest maintenance please...infact dont get one na jeezus crice man, its allyuh so does have animals suffering.

[Cantmis]

mals needs work. if not, it will destroy stuff.

[ChristianRD]

mals needs work. if not, it will destroy stuff.

He doh want to hear that.

At first I thought this thread was an April fools prank, seeing as today is his 8 yr anniversary on the forum, turns out he is a legitimate simpleton.

[zoomedic]

Time to spend with the dog is almost ams important because as the dog grow you will need to nurture it properly
and if neglected it can be a bad thing for both you and the dog

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I dont think the OP was interested in time, he was asking about cost. And thats the experience you should share with the guy.

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My experience was and is still low cost...you are free to share otherwise.

[SR]

I own a mal. You need a fenced yard thats big enough. Mals are highly intelligent and get bored quickly they require a lot of interaction and take training very easily. They will continuously test you. Fur requires brushing at least once a week and they drink a lot of water. Also requires cool places.

[kripplerz]

I’m on my second mal first one got poisoned the current one is about 5 yrs old. Very nice pups. My one is very aggressive they are very energetic dogs. I give him the pro plan lamb and rice and pet rice and meat. They need lot of attention and training otherwise they will b a rell headache.

[timelapse]

ED , how soon do you need a dog?
Do you need a pure bred dog , or do you just want a large shepherdish sized dog?
I bought a shepherd /akita mix from a guy in Couva.He has pups ever so often, and I can check him if you like.
He's full grown now, and eats about $300 worth of chow every month.PM if you interested

[88sins]

ED , how soon do you need a dog?
Do you need a pure bred dog , or do you just want a large shepherdish sized dog?
I bought a shepherd /akita mix from a guy in Couva.He has pups ever so often, and I can check him if you like.
He's full grown now, and eats about $300 worth of chow every month.PM if you interested

well lewwe see d fella nah

[TrinbagoMan]

I’m on my second mal first one got poisoned the current one is about 5 yrs old. Very nice pups. My one is very aggressive they are very energetic dogs. I give him the pro plan lamb and rice and pet rice and meat. They need lot of attention and training otherwise they will b a rell headache.

Wow. Very nice dog

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This is smokey @4 months.