Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Comparison – Which dog is better Husky or Mally?

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Name	Alaskan Husky	Alaskan Malamute
Origins	United States	United States
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Group	Sled Dogs	Sled Dogs
Popularity Rank	495	59
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Alaskan Husky and Alaskan Malamute. What other names are these breeds known by?	Husky	Mally Mal
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an Alaskan Husky and an Alaskan Malamute. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Purebred

Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an Alaskan Husky and an Alaskan Malamute. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg), Female: 35-48 pounds (16-22 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: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)
Height Which is taller, Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute? Is an Alaskan Husky taller than an Alaskan Malamute?	20-24 inches (51-61 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?	22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)

Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an Alaskan Husky and an Alaskan Malamute. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1500	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.

Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. 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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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare training requirements.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare alertness levels.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare territorial behaviors.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an Alaskan Husky and an Alaskan Malamute. How do their temperaments differ?	Agile Energetic Protective Alert Powerful Sensitive	Playful Dignified Friendly Affectionate Loyal Devoted
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute?	Sensitive: Alaskan Husky dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute?	Average to High: Alaskan Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute social needs comparison:	Alaskan Husky 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 Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute?	Alaskan Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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 Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute? Which can be better for hunting?	Alaskan Husky 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

Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal breed. 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
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare play drive and energy.	The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Husky breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare adaptability levels.	Alaskan Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Alaskan Husky 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.

Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare biting tendencies.	Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Alaskan Husky dogs have a higher 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Husky bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Malamute bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare average lifespans.	9-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Husky: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an Alaskan Husky and an Alaskan Malamute. Which breed is healthier?	Alaskan Huskys 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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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute?	Frequent The Alaskan Husky 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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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute health problems comparison:	Hyperthyroidism Laryngeal Paresis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Chondrodysplasia Hemeralopia Inherited Polyneuropathy

Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare activity levels.	Alaskan Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Alaskan Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.	Alaskan Malamute dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute?	Alaskan Husky dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare daily food needs.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three 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

Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Alaskan Husky and Alaskan Malamute? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray White Blonde Orange	Black Gray Red White
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare drooling amounts.	The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler. See more.	The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an Alaskan Husky and an Alaskan Malamute? Compare fur types.	Dense	Dense Rough Thick Weather-resistant
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute? Do Alaskan Husky dogs shed more than Alaskan Malamute dogs?	Alaskan Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare kid-friendliness.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Alaskan Husky 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 Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog is more friendly?	Alaskan Husky dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute?	Alaskan Husky 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 Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute? Can an Alaskan Husky and an Alaskan Malamute be friends? Do Alaskan Husky dogs get along with Alaskan Malamute dogs?	Alaskan Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute?	No Alaskan Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn 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 Alaskan Husky 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?	Alaskan Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.	Alaskan Malamutes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare therapy capabilities.	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Alaskan Husky 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.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an Alaskan Husky or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really 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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Alaskan Husky and Alaskan Malamute. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Alaskan Husky and Alaskan Malamute. Which has larger litters?	4-10 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Alaskan Husky and Alaskan Malamute breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Alaskan Husky and Alaskan Malamute. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Alaskan Husky and Alaskan Malamute. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Alaskan Husky and Alaskan Malamute. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Alaskan Husky and Alaskan Malamute. Which is more widely recognized?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	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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