Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita Comparison - Dog breed selector: Mally or Golden Flat Coat or American Akita? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Alaskan Malamute and Golden Retriever. Which is better: Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Akita?
Name | Alaskan Malamute | Golden Retriever | Akita |
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Group | Sled Dogs | Gun Dog | Working Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 59 | 3 | 47 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita breeds. |
Mally Mal |
Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever |
American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which breed is the largest? | Large | Large | Large |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg) | Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) | Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 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: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) | Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Akita? Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita height comparison: | Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm) | Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) | Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 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: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) | Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) |
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1200-$1500 | $1000-$2000 | $800-$1200 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Akita? | Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get. |
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which breed ranks highest? | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which is easiest to train? | Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train. | Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. | Akita dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which breed is most alert? | Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. | Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which breed is most protective? | Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. | Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita? Compare temperaments. |
Playful Dignified Friendly Affectionate Loyal Devoted |
Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy |
Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Sensitive: Akita dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita? | Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita social needs comparison: | Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed. | Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. |
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. | Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. |
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. | Golden Retriever 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. | Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which breed is most vocal? | Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks. | Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. | Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which breed is most playful? | The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed. | The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. | Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed. | It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home. | Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed. |
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which breed is most flexible? | Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Akita? | 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. | Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which has lowest bite risk? | Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody. | Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody. | Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which uses mouth most during play? | Alaskan Malamute dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Malamute bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary. |
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which breed lives longest? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years |
10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Malamute can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which has fewer health issues? | The Alaskan Malamute is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs. | The Akita 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? |
Average The Alaskan Malamute should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Average The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita health problems comparison: |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Chondrodysplasia Hemeralopia Inherited Polyneuropathy |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis | Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis |
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which breed is most active? | Alaskan Malamute dogs are high-energy dogs. | Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs. | Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Akita? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Alaskan Malamute dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises. | Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Akita? | Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep. | Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep. | Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity. | High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which needs most food? | Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. |
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. What colors are available? |
Black Gray Red White | Golden Light |
Black Red White Brown Fawn |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which requires most maintenance? | Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. | Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which drools least? | The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. | The Akita is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Dense Rough Thick Weather-resistant |
Silky Wavy Shiny Straight |
Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which requires most frequent baths? | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Akita? Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding: | Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders. | Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. | Akita dogs are heavy shedders. |
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which is best with kids? | Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Alaskan Malamute dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. | Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Akita dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Akita? Which dog is more friendly? | Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Akita? | Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. | Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Akita? | Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita? |
Yes Alaskan Malamute dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Akita 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. |
Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment |
No Akita 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. | Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which has best nose work ability? | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which is best for SAR work? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Alaskan Malamute breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which has most military use? | 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 Golden Retriever vs Akita Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which has most puppies? | 4-10 puppies | 5-10 puppies | 3-12 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Akita Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. | Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, and Akita. Which has most recognition? |
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. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club |
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