Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd Comparison – Which dog is better Mally or King Shepherd Dog?

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Name	Alaskan Malamute	King Shepherd
Origins	United States	United States
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Group	Sled Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Alaskan Malamute and King Shepherd. What other names are these breeds known by?	Mally Mal	King Shepherd Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an Alaskan Malamute and a King Shepherd. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Cross Breed

Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an Alaskan Malamute and a King Shepherd. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	90-150 pounds (41-69 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)	120 pounds (55 kg)
Height Which is taller, Alaskan Malamute or King Shepherd? Is an Alaskan Malamute taller than a King Shepherd?	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)	25-29 inches (64-74 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)	27 inches (69 cm)

Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an Alaskan Malamute and a King Shepherd. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$1500	$1500-$2500
Availability Which is easier to get, Alaskan Malamute or King Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The King Shepherd is easier than average to get.

Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	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.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare training requirements.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train. See more.	King Shepherd dogs are hard to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare alertness levels.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	King Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare territorial behaviors.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	King Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an Alaskan Malamute and a King Shepherd. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Dignified Friendly Affectionate Loyal Devoted	Loving Protective Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Gentle
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd?	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd?	Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: King Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd social needs comparison:	Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed. See more.	King Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd?	Alaskan Malamute dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	King Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd? Which can be better for hunting?	Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	King Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The King Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare play drive and energy.	The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed. See more.	Average: King Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the King Shepherd breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: King Shepherd dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Alaskan Malamute or King Shepherd?	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.	King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare biting tendencies.	Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The King Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Alaskan Malamute dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	King Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Malamute bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 King Shepherd bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of King Shepherd: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare climate tolerances.	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 King Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an Alaskan Malamute and a King Shepherd. Which breed is healthier?	The Alaskan Malamute is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	King Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd?	Average The Alaskan Malamute should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The King Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Chondrodysplasia Hemeralopia Inherited Polyneuropathy	Hip Dysplasia

Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the King Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 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
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Alaskan Malamute and King Shepherd? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Red White	Black Tan Cream White Sable
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The King Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare drooling amounts.	The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The King Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The King Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an Alaskan Malamute and a King Shepherd? Compare fur types.	Dense Rough Thick Weather-resistant	Fluffy Thick Weather-resistant
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Alaskan Malamute or King Shepherd? Do Alaskan Malamute dogs shed more than King Shepherd dogs?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	King Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare kid-friendliness.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	King Shepherd 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.	King Shepherd dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Alaskan Malamute or King Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	King Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Alaskan Malamute or King Shepherd?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	King Shepherd dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Alaskan Malamute or King Shepherd? Can an Alaskan Malamute and a King Shepherd be friends? Do Alaskan Malamute dogs get along with King Shepherd dogs?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	King Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd?	Yes Alaskan Malamute dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No King Shepherd dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Alaskan Malamute is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No King Shepherd 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.	King Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? 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 Malamute or a King Shepherd? 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 Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Alaskan Malamute breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really King Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an Alaskan Malamute or a King Shepherd? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Alaskan Malamute and King Shepherd. Which has stronger military background?	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 King Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Alaskan Malamute and King Shepherd. Which has larger litters?	4-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Alaskan Malamute and King Shepherd breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Alaskan Malamute and King Shepherd. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Alaskan Malamute vs King Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Alaskan Malamute and King Shepherd. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Alaskan Malamute and King Shepherd. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Alaskan Malamute and King Shepherd. Which is more widely recognized?	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	America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Rare Breed Association

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