Alaskan Malamute
VS
Borzoi
Alaskan Malamute vs Borzoi
Compare Alaskan Malamute and Borzoi 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
Borzoi
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
58 – 64 cm
68 – 85 cm
Weight
33 – 39 kg
25 – 48 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
10 – 12 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
2/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
5/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
1/5
Aggressiveness
4/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Alaskan Malamute
Super smart
Protective
Large
Borzoi
Great with kids
Super smart
Quiet
Stubborn
Large
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 Borzoi
The Borzoi is a tall, elegant Russian sighthound with a flowing, wavy coat and long, narrow head. Calm, sensitive, and catlike indoors, it is capable of sudden high-speed sprints outside and has a strong chase instinct, needing gentle training, socialisation, and secure exercise areas.
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