Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute Comparison – Which dog is better Argentine Mastiff or Mally?

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Name	Argentine Dogo	Alaskan Malamute
Origins	Argentina	United States
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Group	Guard Dogs	Sled Dogs
Popularity Rank	390	59
Reviews	6	3
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Argentine Mastiff Argentine Dog	Mally Mal
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute? Is the Argentine Dogo bigger than the Alaskan Malamute breed? Is an Argentine Dogo smaller than an Alaskan Malamute?	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute? Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute weight comparison:	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)
Height Which is taller, Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute? Is an Argentine Dogo taller than an Alaskan Malamute?	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)

Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Argentine Dogo and Alaskan Malamute?	$2800-$5000	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute?	Average: The Argentine Dogo is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.

Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute smarter? Which is best? Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute intelligence:	Smart: The Argentine Dogo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute trainability comparison. What's the difference between Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute?	Argentine Dogo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute?	Argentine Dogo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Argentine Dogo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute? Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Protective Loyal Sociable Tolerant	Playful Dignified Friendly Affectionate Loyal Devoted
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute?	Argentine Dogo dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute?	Average: Argentine Dogo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute social needs comparison:	Argentine Dogo dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute?	The wanderlust potential of the Argentine Dogo is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute? Which can be better for hunting?	Argentine Dogo dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute playfulness comparison:	Average: Argentine Dogos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute?	Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Argentine Dogo breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Argentine Dogo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Alaskan Malamute dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Argentine Dogo bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Malamute bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is an Argentine Dogo more dangerous than an Alaskan Malamute?	Low 🔽 The Argentine Dogo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute mouthiness comparison:	Argentine Dogo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute health comparison. Which is the healthier: Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute?	Argentine Dogos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Alaskan Malamute is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Deafness	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Chondrodysplasia Hemeralopia Inherited Polyneuropathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute?	Frequent The Argentine Dogo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Alaskan Malamute should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute lifespan comparison. How long do Argentine Dogo and Alaskan Malamute breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Argentine Dogo and Alaskan Malamute?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Argentine Dogo: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Malamute can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute? Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute energy level comparison:	Argentine Dogo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Argentine Dogo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Alaskan Malamute dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute?	Argentine Dogo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute? Does the Argentine Dogo breed eat more than the Alaskan Malamute breed?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute coat comparison:	Fine	Dense Rough Thick Weather-resistant
Colors What are the original Argentine Dogo and Alaskan Malamute color? Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute color comparison:	White	Black Gray Red White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute? Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Argentine Dogo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute? Do Argentine Dogo dogs shed more than Alaskan Malamute dogs?	Argentine Dogo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute?	Medium ⏺ The Argentine Dogo has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute?	The Argentine Dogo is an average drooler. See more.	The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Argentine Dogo dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Alaskan Malamute dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog is more friendly?	Argentine Dogo dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute?	Argentine Dogo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute?	Argentine Dogo dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute? Can an Argentine Dogo and an Alaskan Malamute be friends? Do Argentine Dogo dogs get along with Alaskan Malamute dogs?	Argentine Dogo dogs are not dog-friendly.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute?	Yes Argentine Dogo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Alaskan Malamute dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Argentine Dogo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alaskan Malamute is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Argentine Dogos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Alaskan Malamutes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Argentine Dogo or Alaskan Malamute? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute?	Not really Argentine Dogo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alaskan Malamute breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Argentine Dogo and Alaskan Malamute have? Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute litter size comparison:	4-8 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Argentine Dogo vs Alaskan Malamute Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club Federacion Cinologica Argentina	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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