Alaskan Malamute
VS
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Alaskan Malamute vs Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Compare Alaskan Malamute and Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne) side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Alaskan Malamute
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
58 – 64 cm
53 – 63 cm
Weight
33 – 39 kg
22 – 28 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
4/5
1/5
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Characteristics
Alaskan Malamute
Super smart
Protective
Large
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Alaskan Malamute
The Alaskan Malamute is a large, powerful Arctic sled dog bred by the Mahlemut Inuit to pull heavy loads. It has a dense double coat that sheds heavily, a friendly, social nature, strong prey and working drive, high exercise needs, and can be independent and challenging to train.
About Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Medium French pointing dog with black‑and‑white “ink splash” coat, calm yet athletic. Sensitive, affectionate and people‑oriented, it bonds closely with its family. A versatile hunter needing 1.5–2 hours of daily activity, it is rare outside France but valued for its rustic, working character.
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