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Name	Alaskan Husky	East Siberian Laika	Alaskan Malamute
Origins	United States	Russia	United States
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Group	Sled Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Husky	Vostotchno-Sibirskaia Laika	Mally Mal
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute? Which is the smallest dog, Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or East Siberian Laika? Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute weight comparison:	Male: 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg), Female: 35-48 pounds (16-22 kg)	45-55 pounds (20-24 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)	50 pounds (22 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)
Height Which is taller, Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute? Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute height comparison:	20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 22–26 inches (55–66 cm), Female: 20–24 inches (51–60 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: 22–26 inches (55–66 cm), Female: 20–24 inches (51–60 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)

Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$800-$1000	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika 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.	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 East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: East Siberian Laika is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	East Siberian Laika dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute?	Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	East Siberian Laika 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 Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders. See more.	East Siberian Laika dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute? Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute behavior/temperament comparison:	Agile Energetic Protective Alert Powerful Sensitive	Protective Loyal Outright Tempered Aggressive Fearless	Playful Dignified Friendly Affectionate Loyal Devoted
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Alaskan Husky dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: East Siberian Laika 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 East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute?	Average to High: Alaskan Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: East Siberian Laika dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute social needs comparison:	Alaskan Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	East Siberian Laika dogs are a social breed. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Alaskan Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the East Siberian Laika 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? Which can be better for hunting?	Alaskan Husky dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	East Siberian Laika dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. 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 East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute playfulness comparison:	The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.	The East Siberian Laika is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute?	Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The East Siberian Laika 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 Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Husky breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the East Siberian Laika breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Alaskan Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	East Siberian Laika dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	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: Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	East Siberian Laika 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 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 East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Husky bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ East Siberian Laika 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
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The East Siberian Laika has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute mouthiness comparison:	Alaskan Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	East Siberian Laika 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.

Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute health comparison. Which is the healthier: Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute?	Alaskan Huskys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Alaskan Malamute is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute health problems comparison:	Hyperthyroidism Laryngeal Paresis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Chondrodysplasia Hemeralopia Inherited Polyneuropathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Alaskan Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The East Siberian Laika should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Alaskan Malamute should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute lifespan comparison. How long do Alaskan Husky, East Siberian Laika and Alaskan Malamute breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Husky: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of East Siberian Laika: 13 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: Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute?	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The East Siberian Laika can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even 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.

Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute? Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute energy level comparison:	Alaskan Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.	East Siberian Laika 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 East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Alaskan Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.	East Siberian Laika 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 East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute?	Alaskan Husky dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	East Siberian Laika dogs don't need too much sleep.	Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	2.5 to 4 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? Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Alaskan Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The East Siberian Laika has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute coat comparison:	Dense	Thick Straight Double Harsh Coarse	Dense Rough Thick Weather-resistant
Colors What are the original Alaskan Husky, East Siberian Laika and Alaskan Malamute color?	Black Gray White Blonde Orange	Black White Brown Grey	Black Gray Red White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute? Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute grooming comparison:	Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The East Siberian Laika 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 Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute? Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or {name3 shedding:	Alaskan Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.	East Siberian Laika dogs shed above average. 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: Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	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 Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute?	Medium ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The East Siberian Laika 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?	The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler. See more.	The East Siberian Laika is an average drooler. See more.	The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Alaskan Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	East Siberian Laika dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	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 East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog is more friendly?	Alaskan Husky dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	East Siberian Laika 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
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute?	Alaskan Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	East Siberian Laika dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute?	Alaskan Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	East Siberian Laika dogs are 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 East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Malamute?	Alaskan Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	East Siberian Laika dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute?	No Alaskan Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes East Siberian Laika 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 Alaskan Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No East Siberian Laika 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.	East Siberian Laikas are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Alaskan Malamutes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika 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.	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: Alaskan Husky or East Siberian Laika 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	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.	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: Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute?	Not really Alaskan Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really East Siberian Laika 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?	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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	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 East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	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.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Alaskan Husky and East Siberian Laika and Alaskan Malamute have?	4-10 puppies	3-5 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Alaskan Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Malamute Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	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 Hunting Dogs section.	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?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	No data available	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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