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Name	Alaskan Malamute	Dalmatian	Great Dane
Origins	United States	Croatia	Germany
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Group	Sled Dogs	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Mally Mal	Carriage Dog Dally Firehouse Dog Plum Pudding Dog Spotted Coach Dog Dal	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Alaskan Malamute or Dalmatian or Great Dane? Which is the smallest dog, Alaskan Malamute or Dalmatian or Great Dane?	Large	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Alaskan Malamute or Dalmatian or Dalmatian? Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane weight comparison:	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	about 55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 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)	about 55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Alaskan Malamute or Dalmatian or Great Dane? Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane height comparison:	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 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: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Alaskan Malamute or Dalmatian or Great Dane? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1500	$500-$600	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Alaskan Malamute or Dalmatian or Great Dane?	Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Dalmatian is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Dalmatian dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane trainability comparison.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Alaskan Malamute or Dalmatian or Great Dane?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Alaskan Malamute or Dalmatian or Great Dane? 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.	Dalmatian dogs are average defenders. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Alaskan Malamute or Dalmatian or Great Dane? Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Dignified Friendly Affectionate Loyal Devoted	Active Playful Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Friendly Outgoing	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Great Dane 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 Dalmatian vs Great Dane?	Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Dalmatian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane social needs comparison:	Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed. See more.	Dalmatian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Alaskan Malamute 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 Dalmatian is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Dalmatian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Great Dane 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 Dalmatian vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane playfulness comparison:	The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed. See more.	The Dalmatian is a highly playful breed. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane?	Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Dalmatian barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane 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 Dalmatian or Great Dane?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dalmatian breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane 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.	Dalmatian dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Great Dane 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 Dalmatian or Great Dane?	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.	Dalmatian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Great Dane 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 vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Alaskan Malamute or Dalmatian or Great Dane?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Malamute bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Dalmatian bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.
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 Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Dalmatian has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane mouthiness comparison:	Alaskan Malamute dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Dalmatian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane health comparison. Which is the healthier: Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane?	The Alaskan Malamute is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Dalmatians are commonly healthy dogs.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Chondrodysplasia Hemeralopia Inherited Polyneuropathy	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Skin Allergies Iris Sphincter Dysplasia Urolithiasis	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Alaskan Malamute should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Dalmatian should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane lifespan comparison. How long do Alaskan Malamute, Dalmatian and Great Dane breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Dalmatian: 13 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane?	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Malamute can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Alaskan Malamute or Dalmatian or Great Dane?	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane 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 Dalmatian's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane coat comparison:	Dense Rough Thick Weather-resistant	Fine	Dense
Colors What are the original Alaskan Malamute, Dalmatian and Great Dane color?	Black Gray Red White	Black White Brown Liver	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Alaskan Malamute or Dalmatian or Great Dane? Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane grooming comparison:	Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Dalmatian requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Alaskan Malamute or Dalmatian or Great Dane? Alaskan Malamute or Dalmatian or {name3 shedding:	Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Great Dane 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 Dalmatian or Great Dane?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane 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 Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane?	Low 🔽 The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dalmatian has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dalmatian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Great Dane 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 Dalmatian vs Great Dane 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.	Dalmatian dogs are generally with other pets.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Alaskan Malamute or Dalmatian or Great Dane? Which dog is more friendly?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Great Dane 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 Dalmatian or Great Dane?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Dalmatian dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Alaskan Malamute or Dalmatian or Great Dane?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Great Dane 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 Dalmatian or Great Dane?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Dalmatian dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane?	Yes Alaskan Malamute dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dalmatian dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Dane 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 Dalmatian is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Dane 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.	Dalmatians are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Dalmatian or Great Dane? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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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 Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane?	Not really Alaskan Malamute breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dalmatian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Dane 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.	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.	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 Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane 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 Malamute and Dalmatian and Great Dane have?	4-10 puppies	6-9 puppies	10-15 puppies
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Alaskan Malamute vs Dalmatian vs Great Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.
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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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	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. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	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. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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