Alaskan Malamute
VS
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Alaskan Malamute vs Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Compare Alaskan Malamute and Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) 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
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
58 – 64 cm
43 – 47 cm
Weight
33 – 39 kg
16 – 22 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
Barking level
3/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
4/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Alaskan Malamute
Super smart
Protective
Large
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
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 Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
The Spanish Water Dog is a medium, curly‑coated working breed from Spain, used for herding and water tasks. Loyal and often bonded to one person, it is energetic, intelligent, reserved with strangers, and a natural watchdog, needing substantial exercise, training, and specific coat care.
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