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Name	Landseer	Alaskan Malamute	Dachshund
Origins	Canada	United States	Germany
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Landseer Newfoundland	Mally Mal	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund? Which is the smallest dog, Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund?	Giant	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Alaskan Malamute? Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund weight comparison:	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund? Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund height comparison:	Male: 28.5-31.5 inches (72-80 cm), Female: 26.5-28.5 inches (67-72 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 28.5-31.5 inches (76 cm), Female: 26.5-28.5 inches (69.5 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund? Which is more expensive?	$2000-$2500	$1200-$1500	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund?	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.	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.

Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund intelligence:	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.	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 Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund trainability comparison.	Landseer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train. See more.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund?	Landseer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Landseer dogs are average defenders. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund? Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Loving Courageous Intelligent Patient Generous	Playful Dignified Friendly Affectionate Loyal Devoted	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	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: Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund?	High: Landseer 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.	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund social needs comparison:	Landseer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed. See more.	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Landseer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Dachshund 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?	Landseer 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.	Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund playfulness comparison:	The Landseer is a playful breed. See more.	The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund?	Average: The Landseer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund?	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 Landseer indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Landseer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund?	Landseer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.	Dachshund 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.

Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Landseer bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Malamute bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak.
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:	Low 🔽 The Landseer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund mouthiness comparison:	Landseer dogs have an 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.	Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund?	The Landseer 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 Dachshund 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: Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Bloat Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Cystine Urolithiasis Obesity Cystinuria Megaesophagus Heatstroke Acquired Depigmentation Callus Dermatitis Sub-Aortic Stenosis (SAS)	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Chondrodysplasia Hemeralopia Inherited Polyneuropathy	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Landseer 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 Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund lifespan comparison. How long do Landseer, Alaskan Malamute and Dachshund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-11 years The average lifespan of Landseer: 10 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund?	Prefers cold weather The Landseer 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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund? Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund energy level comparison:	Landseer dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are high-energy dogs.	Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Landseer dogs have an average exercise need.	Alaskan Malamute dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund?	Landseer dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep.	Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund?	8 to 10 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.	1 to 1.5 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? Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Landseer breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Rough Thick Weather-resistant	Fine
Colors What are the original Landseer, Alaskan Malamute and Dachshund color?	Black White	Black Gray Red White	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund? Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund grooming comparison:	Average: The Landseer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund? Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or {name3 shedding:	Landseer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund?	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 Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund?	Medium ⏺ The Landseer has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Landseer is an average drooler. See more.	The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Landseer dogs are generally with other pets.	Alaskan Malamute dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund? Which dog is more friendly?	Landseer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most 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 Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund?	Landseer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund?	Landseer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund?	Landseer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund?	Yes Landseer 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.	Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Landseer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alaskan Malamute is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Landseers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Alaskan Malamutes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.

Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund 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: Landseer or Alaskan Malamute or Dachshund? 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.	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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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: Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund?	Not really Landseer 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 Dachshund 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	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund 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 Landseer and Alaskan Malamute and Dachshund have?	4-10 puppies	4-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Landseer vs Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the 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	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 Canadian Canine Registry

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