Chow Chow
VS
Alaskan Malamute
Chow Chow vs Alaskan Malamute
Compare Chow Chow 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
Chow Chow
Alaskan Malamute
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
46 – 56 cm
58 – 64 cm
Weight
20 – 32 kg
33 – 39 kg
Life expectancy
9 – 15 years
10 – 12 years
Child friendly
2/5
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
5/5
3/5
Shedding
4/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
4/5
Characteristics
Chow Chow
Large
Alaskan Malamute
Super smart
Protective
Large
Summary
About Chow Chow
Ancient Chinese breed with lion-like coat and blue-black tongue. Medium, sturdy, and square-built, it has a dense double coat needing regular grooming. Independent, loyal, and reserved with strangers, it suits calm homes and experienced owners, requiring moderate exercise and careful health management.
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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