Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Comparison – Which dog is better Mally or Canadian Inuit Dog?

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Name	Alaskan Malamute	Canadian Eskimo Dog
Origins	United States	Canada
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Group	Sled Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Mally Mal	Canadian Inuit Dog Esquimaux Dog Exquimaux Husky Qimmiq
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Alaskan Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog? Is the Alaskan Malamute bigger than the Canadian Eskimo Dog breed? Is an Alaskan Malamute smaller than a Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Alaskan Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog? Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog weight comparison:	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 40-66 pounds (18-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 53 pounds (24 kg)
Height Which is taller, Alaskan Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog? Is an Alaskan Malamute taller than a Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)	Male: 24-29 inches (61-73 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (68-73 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)	Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 28 inches (70.5 cm)

Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Alaskan Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Alaskan Malamute and Canadian Eskimo Dog?	$1200-$1500	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Alaskan Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.	Average: The Canadian Eskimo Dog is a commonly available dog breed.

Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Alaskan Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog smarter? Which is best? Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog intelligence:	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.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog trainability comparison. What's the difference between Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train. See more.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Alaskan Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Alaskan Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Alaskan Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog? Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Dignified Friendly Affectionate Loyal Devoted	Alert Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Brave Tough
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog social needs comparison:	Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed. See more.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Alaskan Malamute dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Canadian Eskimo Dog 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 Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog? Which can be better for hunting?	Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog playfulness comparison:	The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Canadian Eskimo Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Canadian Eskimo Dog 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 Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Canadian Eskimo Dog breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Alaskan Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog?	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.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.

Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog?	The Alaskan Malamute is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Canadian Eskimo Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Chondrodysplasia Hemeralopia Inherited Polyneuropathy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Bloat Arthritis Heatstroke
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Average The Alaskan Malamute should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Canadian Eskimo Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Alaskan Malamute and Canadian Eskimo Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Alaskan Malamute and Canadian Eskimo Dog?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Canadian Eskimo Dog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Malamute can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Canadian Eskimo Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Alaskan Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog? Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog energy level comparison:	Alaskan Malamute dogs are high-energy dogs.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Alaskan Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Alaskan Malamute dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Alaskan Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Alaskan Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog? Does the Alaskan Malamute breed eat more than the Canadian Eskimo Dog breed?	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 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 Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Canadian Eskimo Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog coat comparison:	Dense Rough Thick Weather-resistant	Dense
Colors What are the original Alaskan Malamute and Canadian Eskimo Dog color? Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog color comparison:	Black Gray Red White	Black Red White Liver Grey
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Alaskan Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog? Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog grooming comparison:	Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Canadian Eskimo Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Alaskan Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog? Do Alaskan Malamute dogs shed more than Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Alaskan Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	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 Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Low 🔽 The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Canadian Eskimo Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog?	The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Canadian Eskimo Dog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Good With Comparison

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

Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog 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.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Alaskan Malamute or Canadian Eskimo Dog? 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.
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.
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: Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Not really Alaskan Malamute breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Canadian Eskimo Dog 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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog 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 Alaskan Malamute and Canadian Eskimo Dog have? Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog litter size comparison:	4-10 puppies	3-8 puppies
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Alaskan Malamute vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge 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?	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	No data available

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c smith
Jun 4, 2023, 12:21:01 PM:
some of this information is incorrect, sled dogs and registered therapy dog, easy train, cats never used as prey. info used as an average comparison. written lacking Canadian knowledge of the working of a arctic sled dog.