Alaskan Malamute
VS
Bearded Collie
Alaskan Malamute vs Bearded Collie
Compare Alaskan Malamute and Bearded Collie 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
Bearded Collie
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
58 – 64 cm
51 – 56 cm
Weight
33 – 39 kg
18 – 27 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
5/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
4/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Alaskan Malamute
Super smart
Protective
Large
Bearded Collie
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
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 Bearded Collie
The Bearded Collie is a lively Scottish herding dog with a shaggy double coat, bright eyes, and an agile build. Affectionate, intelligent, and sensitive, it needs plenty of daily exercise, mental stimulation, and regular grooming. Generally healthy, it often lives 12–14 years or more.
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