Overview
- Veterinarian Amir Anwary posted short TikTok clips asserting that Belgian Malinois are more aggressive than pitbulls.
- In a follow-up video, he called the Malinois "not a normal pet" and a "machine," urging novice owners to avoid the breed.
- He warned the dogs need "an incredible amount of physical and mental stimulation" and said ownership can effectively become a lifestyle.
- Viewer reactions were sharply divided, featuring fearful accounts from a UPS driver and an ER worker alongside owners describing affectionate, highly intelligent Malinois.
- UK outlets including the Mirror, Express and Daily Record reported the Jan 22 posts, highlighting online responses without citing comparative research.