Alaskan Malamute
VS
Griffon Fauve de Bretagne
Alaskan Malamute vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne
Compare Alaskan Malamute and Griffon Fauve de Bretagne 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
Griffon Fauve de Bretagne
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
58 – 64 cm
48 – 56 cm
Weight
33 – 39 kg
17 – 21 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
10 – 13 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
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
4/5
Aggressiveness
4/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Alaskan Malamute
Super smart
Protective
Large
Griffon Fauve de Bretagne
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
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 Griffon Fauve de Bretagne
Medium-sized French scenthound with a rough golden to red-fawn coat, dark expressive eyes, and sturdy, athletic build. Bred for wild boar, it’s energetic, curious, social, and gentle at home, needing ample outdoor exercise, secure fencing, and regular but simple coat care.
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