Alaskan Malamute
VS
Portuguese Water Dog
Alaskan Malamute vs Portuguese Water Dog
Compare Alaskan Malamute and Portuguese Water Dog 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
Portuguese Water Dog
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
58 – 64 cm
43 – 57 cm
Weight
33 – 39 kg
16 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
4/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Alaskan Malamute
Super smart
Protective
Large
Portuguese Water Dog
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
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 Portuguese Water Dog
The Portuguese Water Dog is a sturdy, medium‑sized, low‑shedding water lover with a curly or wavy coat. Intelligent, people‑oriented and energetic, it needs regular grooming, daily training, and plenty of exercise and swimming, thriving as an active, closely involved family companion.
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