Basset Hound vs Alaskan Malamute
Compare Basset Hound and Alaskan Malamute: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Basset Hound
VS
Alaskan Malamute
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Basset Hound
Alaskan Malamute
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
6 – Scent Hounds and Related Breeds
5 – Spitz and Primitive Types
Height
33 – 38 cm
58 – 64 cm
Weight
20 – 34 kg
33 – 39 kg
Life Expectancy
11 – 12 years
10 – 12 years
Child-Friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy Level
2/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking Level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
4/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Basset Hound
Great with Kids
Large
Alaskan Malamute
Very Smart
Protective
Large
Summary
About Basset Hound
The Basset Hound is a heavy-boned, low scenthound with an exceptional nose, calm nature, and affectionate, sociable temperament. Independent and sometimes stubborn, it needs gentle, reward-based training, moderate daily exercise, secure fencing, and regular ear and skin 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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