Alaskan Malamute
VS
Griffon Nivernais
Alaskan Malamute vs Griffon Nivernais
Compare Alaskan Malamute and Griffon Nivernais 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 Nivernais
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
58 – 64 cm
53 – 62 cm
Weight
33 – 39 kg
20 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
1/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
4/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Alaskan Malamute
Super smart
Protective
Large
Griffon Nivernais
High energy
Super smart
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 Nivernais
The Griffon Nivernais is an ancient French, medium‑sized scenthound with a shaggy grey‑fawn coat and rustic look. Bred for boar and deer, it’s energetic outdoors yet calm and affectionate at home. Sociable with other dogs, it needs ample exercise, mental work and gentle, patient training.
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