Alaskan Malamute vs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
Compare Alaskan Malamute and Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka 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
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
58 – 64 cm
23 – 26 cm
Weight
33 – 39 kg
3 – 4 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
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
2/5
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Characteristics
Alaskan Malamute
Super smart
Protective
Large
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
Great with kids
Tiny
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 Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
Small, sturdy Russian toy breed with a long, wavy low‑shedding coat and many colors. Affectionate, people‑oriented and sensitive, it thrives on close companionship and moderate daily exercise. Intelligent and adaptable to apartments, but needs regular grooming and dislikes long solitude.
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