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Name	Lurcher	Chow Chow	Alaskan Malamute
Origins	United Kingdom	China	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Poacher's Dog Long Haired Lurcher	Chowdren Chow	Mally Mal
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lurcher or Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute? Which is the smallest dog, Lurcher or Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Lurcher or Chow Chow or Chow Chow? Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute weight comparison:	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	45-70 pounds (20-32 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?	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lurcher or Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute? Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute height comparison:	22-28 inches (55-71 cm)	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)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25 inches (63 cm)	20 inches (51 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)

Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute Price and Availability Comparison

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

Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	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.
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Trainability Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute trainability comparison.	Lurcher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Lurcher or Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute?	Lurcher dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lurcher or Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Lurcher dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average defenders. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lurcher or Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute? Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute behavior/temperament comparison:	Funny Loving Affectionate	Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached	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. See more.	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute?	High: Lurcher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	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.
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Social Needs Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute social needs comparison:	Lurcher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Lurcher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	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.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Lurcher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute playfulness comparison:	Average: Lurchers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute?	Average: The Lurcher barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow barks none to minimal. 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 Lurcher or Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Lurcher 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 Chow Chow indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Lurcher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Lurcher or Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.

Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute?	The Lurcher is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute health problems comparison:	Bloat	Hip Dysplasia Ectropion	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Chondrodysplasia Hemeralopia Inherited Polyneuropathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Lurcher should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	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.
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Life Expectancy Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute lifespan comparison. How long do Lurcher, Chow Chow and Alaskan Malamute breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Lurcher: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 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: Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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.

Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lurcher or Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Lurcher has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	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.
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Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute coat comparison:	Thick Smooth Straight	Rough	Dense Rough Thick Weather-resistant
Colors What are the original Lurcher, Chow Chow and Alaskan Malamute color?	Any	Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon	Black Gray Red White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lurcher or Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute? Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute grooming comparison:	Average: The Lurcher requires average grooming effort. See more.	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 Lurcher or Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute? Lurcher or Chow Chow or {name3 shedding:	Lurcher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Chow Chow dogs shed above average. 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: Lurcher or Chow Chow or Alaskan Malamute?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute 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, Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute?	Low 🔽 The Lurcher has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow 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 Lurcher is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chow Chow is an average drooler. See more.	The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute Good With Comparison

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

Lurcher vs Chow Chow 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.	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: Lurcher or Chow Chow 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.	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: Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute?	Not really Lurcher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	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.
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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Lurcher vs Chow Chow 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. 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 Lurcher and Chow Chow and Alaskan Malamute have?	3-5 puppies	3-6 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Lurcher vs Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute 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 1903 as a Non-Sporting breed.	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.	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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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. 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

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