Alaskan Malamute vs Tibetan Mastiff

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

Alaskan Malamute vs Tibetan Mastiff
Alaskan Malamute
Tibetan Mastiff
Alaskan Malamute
Tibetan Mastiff
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General Details
Alaskan Malamute
Tibetan Mastiff
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-14 Years
Height
23-25 Inches
24-26 Inches
Weight
70-100 Pounds
100-170 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Alaskan Malamute
Tibetan Mastiff
Origin Country
United States
China
Origin Year
1900 AD
1100 AD
Temperament
Alaskan Malamute
Tibetan Mastiff
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
Below Average
Personality
Alaskan Malamute
Tibetan Mastiff
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Alaskan Malamute
Tibetan Mastiff
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
-45-70 °F
5-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Alaskan Malamute
Tibetan Mastiff
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Alaskan Malamute
Tibetan Mastiff
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Alaskan Malamute
Tibetan Mastiff
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Alaskan Malamute
Tibetan Mastiff
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Alaskan Malamute
Tibetan Mastiff
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
None
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
None
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
None
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
None
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Alaskan Malamute
Tibetan Mastiff
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Alaskan Malamute
Tibetan Mastiff
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Chondrodysplasia
Hereditary neuropathy
Hemeralopia
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Canine inherited hypertrophic neuropathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Alaskan Malamute
Tibetan Mastiff
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Scruffy
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Alaskan Malamute
Tibetan Mastiff
Breed Colors
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