Timidness runs in some of the lines. Try using a favorite squeaky toy, ball or treat (such as cheese) to get your girl to come in from outside. What you have to realize is that outside is a GREAT place to be for a malinois. There are birds and squirrels and other little animals to have fun with. Also when your malinois does come in from outside, even if you have tried for 10 minutes and she finally comes in, don't use a harsh correction. Be happy that she did come to you. Have a party because she did come in. I know that I wouldn't want to come if everytime I did you were unhappy to see me. The more you can reward the coming in, everytime, the faster and more frequent she'll come for you. Give her a reason to want to come in and leave all the wonderful things outside!!! Coming to you and getting yelled at IS NOT better than being outside having a goo time.

My female Mal had similar trouble up to age 5, often soaking her bed and leaving trails when it was time to go out. It turned out to be a combination of problems. It's important to have your vet check for an underlying infection or other condition. Ours had both. Our vet said some females lose muscle strength in the abdomen after spaying. Also, a urine test showed a PH imbalance- which can lead to kidney stones. Freya was a rescue, and guzzles water any time she gets excited or stressed. A prescription diet and no "human" treats corrected the PH. Exercise on stairs and hills has strengthened her abdomen. We also control her water supply when she's excited, and put her in a calm state of mind before going outside. Now accidents are very rare.

It could be that, mine does urinate alot on her walks, it could also be over excitement

I think they are trying to mark their trail or territory. The first few times I walked my malinois around our village, she urinated at every lamp post. After 10 or so rounds, she would just sniff at the places she urinated and the constant need to urinate was gone.

Malinois are very bonded to there packs (families). If you do research the breed you will find this very easy. I had the same problem with my female, Grace. She chewed through an aluminum door once because she was afraid of being left behind. I highly recommend getting a kennel! Not for punishment, but for your dogs self security. Grace quickly took to her kennel and often retreats to it when she is nervous (lightning storms)or when she knows she is in trouble. When she knows we are leaving the house she goes to her kennel where we have a old blanket that has been used by the family. She is calm and content. This was a lot better than replacing carpet, doors and furniture.

Chewing is a sign of boredom or used as a way to get attention (at least for my mal). When I first got her, she would bark at me. When I would turn to look, she would start to chew the molding around the door. If they chew while you're away, the best thing to do it put them in a cage. After a few weeks, they will get the hint, and stop the behavior. If that doesn't work, try a product call Apple Bitter. It comes in a spray bottle. Soak a cotton ball in the product, put it in your dogs mouth, and then hold their mouth shut for 30 seconds. After that, dillute some of the Apple Bitter and spray it on the things your dogs chew. They'll never do it again.

We adoopted a 9 month old Malinois and she seemed a little unsure of the unknown until the real moment came a couple of months ago. Nala is now 1 1/2 years old. A man who had just stabbed his wife, was hiding in a small space between our back fence and the neighbors back fence. When Nala spotted him, she went bolistic trying to get to him through the cyclone fence. She didn't let up until he left. I called 911 and they caught the guy...thanks to Nala. So it may just take the right moment like it did for us.

We adopted a Belgian whose ears flopped over and our vet recommended some cottage cheese added to his food. His ears stand straight up now!

Mal's bond very strongly to one or two individuals. I know this is probably not what you want to hear, but it IS separation anxiety and depression. The only cure is for Molly the dog to see her owner. Most hospitals are happy to let patients see pets- it helps people with the recovery process as wel..

This dog is not aggressive towards his family members if treated right. They are very loyal to their family, and instinctually protective of their family and "property". I have a Belgian Malinois that is a big baby, he can play a little rough at times, but just remember when training this breed it takes a firm yet soft hand for the best results.

The only issue I can see you having is that the Belgian Malinois likes to assert themselves into the family hierarchy. Assert yourself as the alpha and you shouldn't have a problem. Remember they are a high drive breed that needs exercise, love to play, and need affection as well. The breed has a tendancy to try and be domineering towards other dogs, so that could propose a problem for you.