Alaskan Malamute vs Komondor

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

Alaskan Malamute vs Komondor
Alaskan Malamute
Komondor
Alaskan Malamute
Komondor
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General Details
Alaskan Malamute
Komondor
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Height
23-25 Inches
23-27 Inches
Weight
70-100 Pounds
80-110 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Alaskan Malamute
Komondor
Origin Country
United States
Hungary
Origin Year
1900 AD
1544 AD
Temperament
Alaskan Malamute
Komondor
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Alaskan Malamute
Komondor
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Alaskan Malamute
Komondor
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
-45-70 °F
40-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Alaskan Malamute
Komondor
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Alaskan Malamute
Komondor
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High to Very High
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Alaskan Malamute
Komondor
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Alaskan Malamute
Komondor
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Alaskan Malamute
Komondor
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
None
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Alaskan Malamute
Komondor
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Alaskan Malamute
Komondor
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Chondrodysplasia
Hereditary neuropathy
Hemeralopia
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Pediatric cataracts
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Alaskan Malamute
Komondor
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Corded
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Wooly
Coat Length
Long
Short to Long
Coat Coloring
Alaskan Malamute
Komondor
Breed Colors
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