Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund

Compare Alaskan Malamutes to Dachshunds. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between these two breeds.

Alaskan Malamute vs Dachshund
Alaskan Malamute
Dachshund
Alaskan Malamute
Dachshund
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General Details
Alaskan Malamute
Dachshund
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-16 Years
Height
23-25 Inches
5-11 Inches
Weight
70-100 Pounds
11-32 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Alaskan Malamute
Dachshund
Origin Country
United States
Germany
Origin Year
1900 AD
1400 AD
Temperament
Alaskan Malamute
Dachshund
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Alaskan Malamute
Dachshund
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Jealous
Needy
Protective
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Alaskan Malamute
Dachshund
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
-45-70 °F
50-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Alaskan Malamute
Dachshund
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
17 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Alaskan Malamute
Dachshund
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Alaskan Malamute
Dachshund
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Alaskan Malamute
Dachshund
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Alaskan Malamute
Dachshund
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Above Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
None
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Alaskan Malamute
Dachshund
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-16 Years
Health Concerns
Alaskan Malamute
Dachshund
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Chondrodysplasia
Hereditary neuropathy
Hemeralopia
Cushing's syndrome
Bloat
Cancer
Mitral valve disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Canine diabetes mellitus
Deafness
Narcolepsy
Baldness
Intervertebral disc disease
Acanthosis nigricans
Lymphocytic thyroiditis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Alaskan Malamute
Dachshund
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Long
Short to Long
Coat Coloring
Alaskan Malamute
Dachshund
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Cream
Black and Cream
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue and Cream
Blue and Cream
Blue and Tan
Blue and Tan
Chocolate
Chocolate
Chocolate and Cream
Chocolate and Cream
Chocolate and Tan
Chocolate and Tan
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn and Cream
Fawn and Cream
Fawn and Tan
Fawn and Tan
Red
Red
Wheaten
Wheaten
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