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Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chien De Berger Belge or Husky or Mally? Find the right dog for you

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Name Belgian Sheepdog Alaskan Husky Alaskan Malamute
OriginsBelgium flagBelgium United States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Sled Dogs Sled Dogs
Popularity Rank12049559
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Chien De Berger Belge
Groenendael
Husky Mally
Mal
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute breed type comparison:
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute? Which is the smallest dog, Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute?
Large Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Husky? Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute weight comparison:
Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) Male: 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg), Female: 35-48 pounds (16-22 kg) Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg) Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute? Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute height comparison:
Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)

Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1400 $1000-$1500 $1200-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute?
Frequent: The Belgian Sheepdog is easier than average to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute intelligence:
Very smart: Belgian Sheepdog is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute trainability comparison.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute? Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Hard
Working
Watchful
Agile
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Powerful
Sensitive
Playful
Dignified
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Alaskan Husky dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute?
Average to High: Belgian Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Alaskan Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute social needs comparison:
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Alaskan Husky dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Alaskan Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Their prey drive is low.
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Alaskan Husky dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute playfulness comparison:
The Belgian Sheepdog is a highly playful breed.
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The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed.
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The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute?
A lot: Belgian Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute?
It is not recommended to keep the Belgian Sheepdog breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Husky breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alaskan Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute?
Belgian Sheepdog 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 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.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Alaskan Husky bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Alaskan Malamute bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Belgian Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Alaskan Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute mouthiness comparison:
Belgian Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Alaskan Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute health comparison. Which is the healthier: Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute?
The Belgian Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Alaskan Huskys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Alaskan Malamute is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism
Laryngeal Paresis
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Chondrodysplasia
Hemeralopia
Inherited Polyneuropathy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Belgian Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Alaskan Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Alaskan Malamute should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute lifespan comparison. How long do Belgian Sheepdog, Alaskan Husky and Alaskan Malamute breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Sheepdog: 13 years
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Alaskan Husky: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Belgian Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Alaskan Malamute can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute? Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute energy level comparison:
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Alaskan Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Alaskan Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.
Alaskan Malamute dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Alaskan Husky dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute?
2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Belgian Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Alaskan Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute coat comparison:
Soft
Thick
Dense Dense
Rough
Thick
Weather-resistant
Colors
What are the original Belgian Sheepdog, Alaskan Husky and Alaskan Malamute color?
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Gray
White
Blonde
Orange
Black
Gray
Red
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute? Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute grooming comparison:
Average: The Belgian Sheepdog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute? Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or {name3 shedding:
Belgian Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Alaskan Husky dogs shed moderately.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute?

Medium

The Belgian Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Belgian Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler.
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The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Alaskan Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Alaskan Malamute dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog is more friendly?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Alaskan Husky dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Alaskan Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute?
Yes
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Alaskan Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Alaskan Malamute dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Belgian Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Alaskan Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Alaskan Malamute is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Belgian Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Alaskan Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.
Alaskan Malamutes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Belgian Sheepdog or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Malamute? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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?

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.

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: Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute?

Not really

Belgian Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Alaskan Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Alaskan Malamute breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Belgian Sheepdog and Alaskan Husky and Alaskan Malamute have?
6-10 puppies 4-10 puppies 4-10 puppies

Belgian Sheepdog vs Alaskan Husky vs Alaskan Malamute Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs 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.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc. 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

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