Horse dogs generally recognize their owners at about 3 months old and do not let strangers touch them. The time it takes for a horse dog to recognize its owner is much faster than that of other dog breeds.

Generally, young horses and dogs can completely remember the owner's smell and voice in about a week, and can begin to recognize the owner. Adult horses and dogs may need a longer period of time to adapt. It may take one month, three months or more than half a year.

The Malinois itself is a relatively docile and highly domesticated dog breed, and it is also very loyal to its owner. Once a Malinois recognizes an owner, it will not betray easily, because the Malinois is very smart. If you put a lot of energy and care into the Malinois, the Malinois will also feel it, which will also promote the relationship between the Malinois and its owner. .

Methods to encourage a horse dog to recognize its owner:

1. Give it a name

To encourage a horse dog to recognize its owner, give it a name: A great way to do this. But it is best to get a name that is simple and easy to pronounce, so that it is easier for the horse and dog to understand. Calling your dog by his name before feeding him is the easiest way for him to remember his name.

2. Feeding by hand

The most important way for a horse dog to establish a relationship with its owner is the sense of smell. Therefore, during the period when the horse dog recognizes its owner, the owner must feed it by himself to avoid confusion. . Moreover, putting dog food on your hands for horses and dogs to eat has a much better recognition effect than putting it in the dog bowl.