Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard Comparison – Which dog is better Mally or Alpine Mastiff?

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Name	Alaskan Malamute	St. Bernard
Origins	United States	Switzerland Italy
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Group	Sled Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Mally Mal	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard? Is the Alaskan Malamute bigger than the St. Bernard breed? Is an Alaskan Malamute smaller than a St. Bernard?	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard? Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard weight comparison:	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 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)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard? Is an Alaskan Malamute taller than a St. Bernard?	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 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)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)

Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Alaskan Malamute and St. Bernard?	$1200-$1500	$1500-$1800
Availability Which is easier to get, Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard?	Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The St.

Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard smarter? Which is best? Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard trainability comparison. What's the difference between Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	St. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard? 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.	St. See more.
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Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard? Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Dignified Friendly Affectionate Loyal Devoted	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: St. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard?	Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: St. See more.
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Social Needs Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard social needs comparison:	Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed. See more.	St. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard?	Alaskan Malamute dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	St. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard? Which can be better for hunting?	Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard playfulness comparison:	The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed. See more.	St. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard?	Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks. See more.	Low: The St. 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 St. Bernard?	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 St.
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Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard 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.	St.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard?	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.	St.

Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard health comparison. Which is the healthier: Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard?	The Alaskan Malamute is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Chondrodysplasia Hemeralopia Inherited Polyneuropathy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard?	Average The Alaskan Malamute should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The St.
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Life Expectancy Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard lifespan comparison. How long do Alaskan Malamute and St. Bernard breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Alaskan Malamute and St. Bernard?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard?	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.

Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard? Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard energy level comparison:	Alaskan Malamute dogs are high-energy dogs.	St.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Alaskan Malamute dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	St.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard?	Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep.	St.
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Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard? Does the Alaskan Malamute breed eat more than the St. Bernard breed?	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	6 to 8 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 St. Bernard 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 St. See more.
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Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard coat comparison:	Dense Rough Thick Weather-resistant	Dense Rough Smooth
Colors What are the original Alaskan Malamute and St. Bernard color? Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard color comparison:	Black Gray Red White	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard? Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard grooming comparison:	Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The St. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard? Do Alaskan Malamute dogs shed more than St. Bernard dogs?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	St. 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 St. Bernard?	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 St. Bernard hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard?	Low 🔽 The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard?	The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The St. See more.

Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard 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.	St.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard? Which dog is more friendly?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	St.
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 St. Bernard?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	St.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	St.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Alaskan Malamute or St. Bernard? Can an Alaskan Malamute and a St. Bernard be friends? Do Alaskan Malamute dogs get along with St. Bernard dogs?	Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	St.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard?	Yes Alaskan Malamute dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No St.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Alaskan Malamute is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No St.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Alaskan Malamutes are usually recommended for elderly people.	St.

Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard 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 St. Bernard? 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.
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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.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard?	Not really Alaskan Malamute breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really St. 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 St. Bernard 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 St. Bernard have? Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard litter size comparison:	4-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Alaskan Malamute vs St. Bernard 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 1885 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.	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 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

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