Alaskan Malamute vs Norwegian Hound
Compare Alaskan Malamute and Norwegian Hound: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Alaskan Malamute
VS
Norwegian Hound
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Alaskan Malamute
Norwegian Hound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
5 – Spitz and Primitive Types
6 – Scent Hounds and Related Breeds
Height
58 – 64 cm
47 – 58 cm
Weight
33 – 39 kg
16 – 25 kg
Life Expectancy
10 – 12 years
10 – 12 years
Child-Friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy Level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking Level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
4/5
3/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Alaskan Malamute
Very Smart
Protective
Large
Norwegian Hound
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 Norwegian Hound
The Norwegian Hound is a medium-sized, tireless scenthound with a rectangular body, drop ears, and a dense, coarse coat. Bred to hunt hare and fox, giving voice as it follows the trail, it combines a strong hunting drive with a friendly, sociable nature. It is best suited to an owner with an interest in hunting who can provide hunting training, daily exercise, and mental stimulation. Its coat is easy to care for.
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