Pug
VS
Alaskan Malamute
Pug vs Alaskan Malamute
Compare Pug 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
Pug
Alaskan Malamute
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
31 – 35 cm
58 – 64 cm
Weight
5 – 9 kg
33 – 39 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 14 years
10 – 12 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
1/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
4/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
4/5
Characteristics
Pug
Great with kids
Small
Alaskan Malamute
Super smart
Protective
Large
Summary
About Pug
Small, sturdy companion dog with wrinkled face, curled tail and expressive eyes, usually 6–8 kg and suited to city homes. Affectionate, people focused and playful, needs moderate gentle exercise, close family contact, careful weight control and extra management in hot weather due to its short nose.
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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