Alaskan Malamute
VS
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Alaskan Malamute vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Compare Alaskan Malamute and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
58 – 64 cm
30 – 35 cm
Weight
33 – 39 kg
5 – 8 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
10 – 16 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
2/5
Health
3/5
2/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
4/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Alaskan Malamute
Super smart
Protective
Large
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Great with kids
Stubborn
Small
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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Small, gentle spaniel (5.4–8 kg) with a silky medium coat in Blenheim, Tricolour, Black and Tan, or Ruby. Affectionate, people oriented, and good with children and other pets. Needs regular grooming, moderate exercise, and dislikes long periods alone.
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