Afghan Hound vs Alaskan Malamute

Compare the Afghan Hound to the Alaskan Malamute. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Afghan Hounds and Alaskan Malamutes.

Afghan Hound vs Alaskan Malamute
Afghan Hound
Alaskan Malamute
Afghan Hound
Alaskan Malamute
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General Details
Afghan Hound
Alaskan Malamute
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
24-29 Inches
23-25 Inches
Weight
45-60 Pounds
70-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Afghan Hound
Alaskan Malamute
Origin Country
Afghanistan
United States
Origin Year
-200 BC
1900 AD
Temperament
Afghan Hound
Alaskan Malamute
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Afghan Hound
Alaskan Malamute
Traits
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Afghan Hound
Alaskan Malamute
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
-45-70 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Afghan Hound
Alaskan Malamute
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
40 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Afghan Hound
Alaskan Malamute
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Afghan Hound
Alaskan Malamute
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Afghan Hound
Alaskan Malamute
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Afghan Hound
Alaskan Malamute
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
None
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Afghan Hound
Alaskan Malamute
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Afghan Hound
Alaskan Malamute
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Cataracts
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Chondrodysplasia
Hereditary neuropathy
Hemeralopia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Afghan Hound
Alaskan Malamute
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Afghan Hound
Alaskan Malamute
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue and Cream
Cream
Red
Silver
White
Agouti and White
Black and White
Blue and White
Gray and White
Red and White
Sable and White
Seal and White
Silver and White
White
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