Alaskan Malamute
VS
Sealyham Terrier
Alaskan Malamute vs Sealyham Terrier
Compare Alaskan Malamute and Sealyham Terrier 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
Sealyham Terrier
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
58 – 64 cm
30 – 31 cm
Weight
33 – 39 kg
8 – 9 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
4/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Alaskan Malamute
Super smart
Protective
Large
Sealyham Terrier
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Small
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 Sealyham Terrier
Compact Welsh terrier bred for hunting but affectionate and calm at home. Sturdy, low body with a distinctive white double coat, beard and eyebrows needing regular grooming. Intelligent, independent and moderate in exercise needs, it suits engaged families; the breed is now relatively rare.
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