Sarplaninac vs Alaskan Malamute

Compare Sarplaninac 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

Sarplaninac

Alaskan Malamute

Breed type

Purebred

Height

57 – 62 cm

58 – 64 cm

Weight

30 – 45 kg

33 – 39 kg

Life expectancy

11 – 13 years

10 – 12 years

Child friendly

3/5

Energy level

3/5

Intelligence

3/5

4/5

Trainability

3/5

Health

3/5

Grooming needs

3/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

3/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

4/5

Characteristics

Sarplaninac

Large

Alaskan Malamute

Super smart

Protective

Large

Summary

About Sarplaninac

The Sarplaninac is a large, rustic Balkan livestock guardian, calm and serious yet deeply loyal to its family. It has a thick weatherproof double coat and strong territorial instincts, needs space, firm but fair handling, steady exercise, and careful socialization with strangers and other dogs.

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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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