Alaskan Malamute vs American Alsatian

Compare the Alaskan Malamute to the American Alsatian. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Alaskan Malamutes and American Alsatians.

Alaskan Malamute vs American Alsatian
Alaskan Malamute
American Alsatian
Alaskan Malamute
American Alsatian
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General Details
Alaskan Malamute
American Alsatian
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
23-25 Inches
24-28 Inches
Weight
70-100 Pounds
75-120 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Alaskan Malamute
American Alsatian
Origin Country
United States
United States
Origin Year
1900 AD
1988 AD
Temperament
Alaskan Malamute
American Alsatian
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Alaskan Malamute
American Alsatian
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Alaskan Malamute
American Alsatian
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
-45-70 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Alaskan Malamute
American Alsatian
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Alaskan Malamute
American Alsatian
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
High
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Alaskan Malamute
American Alsatian
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Alaskan Malamute
American Alsatian
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Alaskan Malamute
American Alsatian
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
None
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Alaskan Malamute
American Alsatian
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Alaskan Malamute
American Alsatian
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Chondrodysplasia
Hereditary neuropathy
Hemeralopia
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Arthritis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Alaskan Malamute
American Alsatian
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Rough
Coat Length
Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Alaskan Malamute
American Alsatian
Breed Colors
Agouti and White
Agouti and White
Black and White
Black and White
Blue and White
Blue and White
Gray and White
Gray and White
Red and White
Red and White
Sable and White
Sable and White
Seal and White
Seal and White
Silver and White
Silver and White
White
White
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Gold
Gold
Silver
Silver
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