12 dog breeds first-time owners should think twice about

6. Belgian Malinois

The Belgian Malinois is a working dog. They are used extensively by the military and the police, as they have an incredible work ethic and the energy to back it up. This makes them an ideal service dog for experienced handlers and a less-than-ideal family pet for first-time dog owners unused to handling an assertive, intelligent and high-energy dog.

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