Alaskan Malamute
VS
Tibetan Terrier
Alaskan Malamute vs Tibetan Terrier
Compare Alaskan Malamute and Tibetan 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
Tibetan Terrier
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
58 – 64 cm
36 – 41 cm
Weight
33 – 39 kg
8 – 14 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
5/5
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
Tibetan Terrier
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
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 Tibetan Terrier
Medium, sturdy Tibetan breed with a long protective coat and snowshoe feet, once companion to monks. Calm and gentle indoors, lively and athletic outside. Bright, independent problem‑solver needing kind, consistent training, regular grooming, and close family companionship.
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