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

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Name Alaskan Klee Kai Alaskan Malamute
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Group Companion Dogs Sled Dogs
Popularity Rank21059
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Alaskan Klee Kai and Alaskan Malamute. What other names are these breeds known by?
Klee Kai
Mini Husky
Miniature Alaskan Husky
Mally
Mal
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between an Alaskan Klee Kai and an Alaskan Malamute. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Medium Large
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between an Alaskan Klee Kai and an Alaskan Malamute. Which breed is heavier?
10-23 pounds (4.3-10 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?
16.5 pounds (4.6.5 kg) Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Alaskan Klee Kai or Alaskan Malamute? Is an Alaskan Klee Kai taller than an Alaskan Malamute?
13-17.5 inches (33-42 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?
13-17.5 inches (37.5 cm) Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)

Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between an Alaskan Klee Kai and an Alaskan Malamute. Which breed costs more?
$1000-$1500 $1200-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Alaskan Klee Kai or Alaskan Malamute?
Average: The Alaskan Klee Kai is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.

Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: an Alaskan Klee Kai 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.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare training requirements.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are easy to train.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare alertness levels.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare territorial behaviors.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average defenders.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of an Alaskan Klee Kai and an Alaskan Malamute. How do their temperaments differ?
Active
Curious
Agile
Intelligent
Loyal
Territorial
Quick
Playful
Dignified
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute?
High: Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute social needs comparison:
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute?
The wanderlust potential of the Alaskan Klee Kai is strong enough to escape from home.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute? Which can be better for hunting?
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Low to Average: The Alaskan Klee Kai rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare play drive and energy.
The Alaskan Klee Kai is a highly playful breed.
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The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare living space needs.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Alaskan Klee Kai indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed.

Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare adaptability levels.
Alaskan Klee Kai 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.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Alaskan Klee Kai or Alaskan Malamute?
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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 Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Alaskan Klee Kai has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Alaskan Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Alaskan Klee Kai bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Alaskan Malamute bite force: Ordinary.

Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute Health and Lifespan Comparison

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

Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare activity levels.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Alaskan Klee Kai or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have an average exercise need.
Alaskan Malamute dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Alaskan Klee Kai or Alaskan Malamute?
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep.

Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare obesity risks.
Low to Average: The Alaskan Klee Kai has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare daily food needs.
Recommended daily amount: 3/4 to 1 1/2 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.

Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Alaskan Klee Kai and Alaskan Malamute? Compare breed colors.
Black
Gray
Red
White
Black
Gray
Red
White
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare maintenance needs.
Easy to groom: The Alaskan Klee Kai doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare drooling amounts.
The Alaskan Klee Kai is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare natural smell levels.

Medium

The Alaskan Klee Kai 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 Klee Kai and an Alaskan Malamute? Compare fur types.
Thick Dense
Rough
Thick
Weather-resistant
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare bathing frequencies.
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Alaskan Klee Kai or Alaskan Malamute? Do Alaskan Klee Kai dogs shed more than Alaskan Malamute dogs?
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs shed none to minimal.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders.
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Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare kid-friendliness.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are generally with 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 Klee Kai or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog is more friendly?
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Alaskan Klee Kai or Alaskan Malamute?
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Alaskan Klee Kai or Alaskan Malamute? Can an Alaskan Klee Kai and an Alaskan Malamute be friends? Do Alaskan Klee Kai dogs get along with Alaskan Malamute dogs?
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute?
Yes
Alaskan Klee Kai 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 Klee Kai 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 Klee Kais are usually recommended for elderly people.
Alaskan Malamutes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare service capabilities.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: an Alaskan Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare therapy capabilities.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: an Alaskan Klee Kai 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 Klee Kai 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 Klee Kai or an Alaskan Malamute? Compare maritime abilities.

Not really

Alaskan Klee Kai breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Alaskan Malamute breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: an Alaskan Klee Kai 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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Alaskan Klee Kai 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 Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Alaskan Klee Kai and Alaskan Malamute. Which has larger litters?
1-3 puppies 4-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Alaskan Klee Kai and Alaskan Malamute breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Alaskan Klee Kai and Alaskan Malamute. Which needs longer recovery?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Alaskan Klee Kai vs Alaskan Malamute Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Alaskan Klee Kai 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 Klee Kai 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 Klee Kai and Alaskan Malamute. Which is more widely recognized?
American Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association
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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