Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka Comparison – Which dog is better Mally or Caucasian Mountain Dog?

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Name	Alaskan Malamute	Caucasian Ovcharka
Origins	United States	Armenia Russia Georgia Azerbaijan
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Mally Mal	Caucasian Mountain Dog Caucasian Sheepdog Kaukasische Schaferhund Kawkasky Owtscharka Caucasian Ovcharka
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Alaskan Malamute or Caucasian Ovcharka? Is the Alaskan Malamute bigger than the Caucasian Ovcharka breed? Is an Alaskan Malamute smaller than a Caucasian Ovcharka?	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Alaskan Malamute or Caucasian Ovcharka? Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka weight comparison:	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	99-154 pounds (45-70 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)	126.5 pounds (57.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Alaskan Malamute or Caucasian Ovcharka? Is an Alaskan Malamute taller than a Caucasian Ovcharka?	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)	25-28 inches (64-72 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)	26.5 inches (68 cm)

Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Alaskan Malamute or Caucasian Ovcharka? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Alaskan Malamute and Caucasian Ovcharka?	$1200-$1500	$1500-$2500
Availability Which is easier to get, Alaskan Malamute or Caucasian Ovcharka?	Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Alaskan Malamute or Caucasian Ovcharka smarter? Which is best? Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka 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 Caucasian Ovcharka trainability comparison. What's the difference between Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Alaskan Malamute or Caucasian Ovcharka?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Alaskan Malamute or Caucasian Ovcharka? 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.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Alaskan Malamute or Caucasian Ovcharka? Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Dignified Friendly Affectionate Loyal Devoted	Alert Powerful Dominant Quick Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are less 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 Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka?	Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka social needs comparison:	Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka?	Alaskan Malamute dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka? Which can be better for hunting?	Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka 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 Caucasian Ovcharka Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka playfulness comparison:	The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed. See more.	The Caucasian Ovcharka is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka?	Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Caucasian Ovcharka is a vocal breed. 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 Caucasian Ovcharka?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed.	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 Caucasian Ovcharka indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka 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: Caucasian Ovcharka 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 Caucasian Ovcharka?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka Health and Lifespan Comparison

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

Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Alaskan Malamute or Caucasian Ovcharka? Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka energy level comparison:	Alaskan Malamute dogs are high-energy dogs.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Alaskan Malamute or Caucasian Ovcharka? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Alaskan Malamute dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Alaskan Malamute or Caucasian Ovcharka?	Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Alaskan Malamute or Caucasian Ovcharka? Does the Alaskan Malamute breed eat more than the Caucasian Ovcharka breed?	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 7 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 Caucasian Ovcharka weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Caucasian Ovcharka's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka coat comparison:	Dense Rough Thick Weather-resistant	Dense Thick Double
Colors What are the original Alaskan Malamute and Caucasian Ovcharka color? Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka color comparison:	Black Gray Red White	Black Gray Cream White Silver Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Alaskan Malamute or Caucasian Ovcharka? Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka grooming comparison:	Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Caucasian Ovcharka doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Alaskan Malamute or Caucasian Ovcharka? Do Alaskan Malamute dogs shed more than Caucasian Ovcharka dogs?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka 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 Caucasian Ovcharka?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.
Hypoallergenic Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka 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 Caucasian Ovcharka?	Low 🔽 The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Caucasian Ovcharka 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 Caucasian Ovcharka?	The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Caucasian Ovcharka drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka 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.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Alaskan Malamute or Caucasian Ovcharka? Which dog is more friendly?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are not the most 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 Malamute or Caucasian Ovcharka?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Alaskan Malamute or Caucasian Ovcharka?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Caucasian Ovcharka 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 Caucasian Ovcharka? Can an Alaskan Malamute and a Caucasian Ovcharka be friends? Do Alaskan Malamute dogs get along with Caucasian Ovcharka dogs?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka?	Yes Alaskan Malamute dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Caucasian Ovcharka 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 Caucasian Ovcharka 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.	Caucasian Ovcharkas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka 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: Alaskan Malamute or Caucasian Ovcharka? 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 Caucasian Ovcharka?	Not really Alaskan Malamute breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Caucasian Ovcharka 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.	Yes 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.

Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka 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 Caucasian Ovcharka have? Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka litter size comparison:	4-10 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Alaskan Malamute vs Caucasian Ovcharka 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.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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