Alaskan Malamute vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Compare the Alaskan Malamute to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Alaskan Malamutes and Staffordshire Bull Terriers.

Alaskan Malamute vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Alaskan Malamute
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Alaskan Malamute
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
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General Details
Alaskan Malamute
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
23-25 Inches
13-16 Inches
Weight
70-100 Pounds
24-38 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Alaskan Malamute
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1900 AD
1935 AD
Temperament
Alaskan Malamute
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Alaskan Malamute
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Alaskan Malamute
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
-45-70 °F
50-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Alaskan Malamute
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Energy Level
High
Very High
Exercise Required
High
Very High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Alaskan Malamute
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Alaskan Malamute
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Alaskan Malamute
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Alaskan Malamute
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
None
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Alaskan Malamute
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Alaskan Malamute
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Chondrodysplasia
Hereditary neuropathy
Hemeralopia
Cataracts
Distichiasis
Persistent hyperplastic primary vitreous
Mastocytoma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Alaskan Malamute
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Alaskan Malamute
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
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
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Brindle and White
Brindle and White
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
White
White
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