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Name	Chow Chow	Alaskan Malamute	Siberian Husky
Origins	China	United States	Russia
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Group	Companion Dogs	Sled Dogs	Sled Dogs
Popularity Rank	76	59	12
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chowdren Chow	Mally Mal	Chuksha Husky Icee Sibe Chukcha
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky? Which is the smallest dog, Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Alaskan Malamute? Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky weight comparison:	45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Height Which is taller, Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky? Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky height comparison:	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	20 inches (51 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)

Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1200-$1500	$700-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky?	Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get.

Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky intelligence:	Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	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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Trainability Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky?	Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Chow Chow dogs are average defenders. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky? Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky behavior/temperament comparison:	Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached	Playful Dignified Friendly Affectionate Loyal Devoted	Alert Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Gentle
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Chow Chow dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	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: Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky?	Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky social needs comparison:	Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Chow Chow dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Chow Chow dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Siberian Husky 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

Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky playfulness comparison:	Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed. See more.	The Siberian Husky is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky?	Low: The Chow Chow barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky?	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 Chow Chow indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Chow Chow dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Siberian Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky?	Chow Chow dogs handle alone time quite well.	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chow Chow bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Malamute bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Siberian Husky bite force: Ordinary.
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 Chow Chow has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky mouthiness comparison:	Chow Chow dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

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

Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky? Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky energy level comparison:	Chow Chow dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are high-energy dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Chow Chow dogs exercise need is minimal.	Alaskan Malamute dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Siberian Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky?	Chow Chow dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep.	Siberian Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky?	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chow Chow's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky coat comparison:	Rough	Dense Rough Thick Weather-resistant	Fluffy
Colors What are the original Chow Chow, Alaskan Malamute and Siberian Husky color?	Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon	Black Gray Red White	Black Gray Red White Sable Agouti
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky? Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky? Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or {name3 shedding:	Chow Chow dogs shed above average. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	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, Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky?	Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Chow Chow is an average drooler. See more.	The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Siberian Husky is an average drooler. See more.

Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Chow Chow dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Alaskan Malamute dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Siberian Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky? Which dog is more friendly?	Chow Chow dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky 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 Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky?	Chow Chow dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky?	Chow Chow dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky?	Chow Chow dogs are not dog-friendly.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky?	No Chow Chow 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.	No Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Chow Chow is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alaskan Malamute is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Siberian Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Chow Chows are not the best breed for elderly people.	Alaskan Malamutes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people.

Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky 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.	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: Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute or Siberian Husky? Which is better for autism?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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: Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky?	Not really Chow Chow breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alaskan Malamute breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Siberian Husky 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.	Not really 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky 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 Chow Chow and Alaskan Malamute and Siberian Husky have?	3-6 puppies	4-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute vs Siberian Husky Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1903 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 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 Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.	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 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. 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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