Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute Comparison – Which dog is better Suomenlapinkoira or Mally?

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Name	Finnish Lapphund	Alaskan Malamute
Origins	Finland	United States
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Sled Dogs
Popularity Rank	173	59
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Suomenlapinkoira Lapinkoira	Mally Mal
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute? Is the Finnish Lapphund bigger than the Alaskan Malamute breed? Is a Finnish Lapphund smaller than an Alaskan Malamute?	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute? Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute weight comparison:	37-42 pounds (17-19 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?	39.5 pounds (18 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)
Height Which is taller, Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute? Is a Finnish Lapphund taller than an Alaskan Malamute?	Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 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?	Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)

Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Finnish Lapphund and Alaskan Malamute?	$600-$800	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute?	Frequent: The Finnish Lapphund is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.

Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute smarter? Which is best? Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. 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 Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute trainability comparison. What's the difference between Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are easy to train. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are average defenders. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute? Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Friendly Keen Calm Faithful	Playful Dignified Friendly Affectionate Loyal Devoted
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute?	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: Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute?	High: Finnish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute social needs comparison:	Finnish Lapphund dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute?	The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Alaskan Malamute 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? What's the difference between Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute? Which can be better for hunting?	Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Alaskan Malamute 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

Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute playfulness comparison:	The Finnish Lapphund is a playful breed. See more.	The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute?	A lot: Finnish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute?	It is not recommended to keep the Finnish Lapphund breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Finnish Lapphund 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: Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute?	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.

Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute health comparison. Which is the healthier: Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute?	Finnish Lapphunds 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Chondrodysplasia Hemeralopia Inherited Polyneuropathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute?	Frequent The Finnish Lapphund 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.
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Life Expectancy Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute lifespan comparison. How long do Finnish Lapphund and Alaskan Malamute breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Finnish Lapphund and Alaskan Malamute?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Finnish Lapphund: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute?	Prefers cold weather The Finnish Lapphund 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.

Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute? Does the Finnish Lapphund breed eat more than the Alaskan Malamute breed?	2 to 2.5 cup 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.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Finnish Lapphund's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute coat comparison:	Fluffy	Dense Rough Thick Weather-resistant
Colors What are the original Finnish Lapphund and Alaskan Malamute color? Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute color comparison:	Black Tan Cream Brown Sable Wolf Blonde	Black Gray Red White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute? Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute 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.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute? Do Finnish Lapphund dogs shed more than Alaskan Malamute dogs?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute 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, Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute?	Medium ⏺ The Finnish Lapphund 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? What's the difference between Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute?	The Finnish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are generally with other pets.	Alaskan Malamute dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog is more friendly?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute? Can a Finnish Lapphund and an Alaskan Malamute be friends? Do Finnish Lapphund dogs get along with Alaskan Malamute dogs?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute?	Yes Finnish Lapphund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going 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 Finnish Lapphund 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?	Finnish Lapphunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Alaskan Malamutes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Finnish Lapphund 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. 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: Finnish Lapphund or Alaskan Malamute? 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.
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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.	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: Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute?	Not really Finnish Lapphund 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.
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.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.

Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute 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 Finnish Lapphund and Alaskan Malamute have? Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute litter size comparison:	2-9 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Finnish Lapphund vs Alaskan Malamute Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 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 Watchdogs and Herders 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?	No data available	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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