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American Cocker Spaniel
VS
Alaskan Malamute
American Cocker Spaniel vs Alaskan Malamute
Compare American Cocker Spaniel and Alaskan Malamute 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
American Cocker Spaniel
Alaskan Malamute
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
35 – 38 cm
58 – 64 cm
Weight
10 – 14 kg
33 – 39 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
10 – 12 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
4/5
Characteristics
American Cocker Spaniel
Great with kids
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Small
Alaskan Malamute
Super smart
Protective
Large
Summary
About American Cocker Spaniel
American Cocker Spaniel: a small, sturdy gundog with a silky coat and large, expressive eyes. Cheerful, affectionate, and people‑oriented, it suits active families. Needs daily exercise, mental stimulation, gentle positive training, and regular, thorough grooming and ear care.
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.
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