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Name	Siberian Husky	Alaskan Malamute	Samoyed
Origins	Russia	United States	Russia
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Group	Sled Dogs	Sled Dogs	Sled Dogs
Popularity Rank	12	59	57
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chuksha Husky Icee Sibe Chukcha	Mally Mal	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Siberian Husky or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed? Which is the smallest dog, Siberian Husky or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Siberian Husky or Alaskan Malamute or Alaskan Malamute? Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed weight comparison:	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Siberian Husky or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed? Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed height comparison:	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm)

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Price and Availability Comparison

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

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Siberian Husky or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed? Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Gentle	Playful Dignified Friendly Affectionate Loyal Devoted	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable
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.	Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed?	High: Siberian Husky 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: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed social needs comparison:	Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed. See more.	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	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.	Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed playfulness comparison:	The Siberian Husky is a playful breed. See more.	The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed?	Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Samoyed 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 Siberian Husky or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed?	It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute 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 Samoyed indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Siberian 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.	Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Siberian Husky or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed?	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.	Samoyed 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.

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Health and Lifespan Comparison

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

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Energy and Activity Comparison

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

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Siberian Husky or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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.	2 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? Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed coat comparison:	Fluffy	Dense Rough Thick Weather-resistant	Dense
Colors What are the original Siberian Husky, Alaskan Malamute and Samoyed color?	Black Gray Red White Sable Agouti	Black Gray Red White	Cream White Biscuit
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Siberian Husky or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed? Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed grooming comparison:	Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Siberian Husky or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed? Siberian Husky or Alaskan Malamute or {name3 shedding:	Siberian Husky dogs shed above average. See more.	Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Samoyed 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: Siberian Husky or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed?	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Siberian Husky is an average drooler. See more.	The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed Good With Comparison

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

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed 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: Siberian Husky or Alaskan Malamute or Samoyed? 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: Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute vs Samoyed?	Not really Siberian Husky 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 Samoyed 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

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

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 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 Sledge Dogs 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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