Alaskan Malamute vs Timber Wolf

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

Alaskan Malamute vs Timber Wolf
Alaskan Malamute
Timber Wolf
Alaskan Malamute
Timber Wolf
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General Details
Alaskan Malamute
Timber Wolf
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
5-10 Years
Height
23-25 Inches
26-32 Inches
Weight
70-100 Pounds
50-130 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Alaskan Malamute
Timber Wolf
Origin Country
United States
Unspecified
Origin Year
1900 AD
Unspecified
Temperament
Alaskan Malamute
Timber Wolf
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
None
Family Friendly
Above Average
None
Child Friendly
Average
None
Pet Friendly
Below Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
None
Personality
Alaskan Malamute
Timber Wolf
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Living Environment
Alaskan Malamute
Timber Wolf
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
-45-70 °F
-50-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Alaskan Malamute
Timber Wolf
Energy Level
High
Very High
Exercise Required
High
Very High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
37 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Alaskan Malamute
Timber Wolf
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Very High
Dander
Medium
High
Drool
None
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Alaskan Malamute
Timber Wolf
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Alaskan Malamute
Timber Wolf
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Alaskan Malamute
Timber Wolf
Aggression
Below Average
Above Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Above Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
None
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Alaskan Malamute
Timber Wolf
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
5-10 Years
Health Concerns
Alaskan Malamute
Timber Wolf
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Chondrodysplasia
Hereditary neuropathy
Hemeralopia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Alaskan Malamute
Timber Wolf
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Rough
Coat Length
Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Alaskan Malamute
Timber Wolf
Breed Colors
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