Alaskan Malamute vs American Akita
Alaskan Malamute
The Alaskan Malamute is a powerful and enduring dog with a friendly and balanced temperament.
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American Akita
The American Akita is a confident and dignified dog with a strong personality.
View profile→| Attribute | Alaskan Malamute | American Akita |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Large | Large |
| Height | 58 - 64 cm | 61 - 71 cm |
| Weight | 36 kg | 45 kg |
| Life Expectancy | 12 years | 12 years |
| FCI Group | Spitz and Primitive Types | Spitz and Primitive Types |
| Grooming | Medium | Medium |
| Shedding | High | High |
| Energy Level | Very high | Medium |
| Trainability | Low | Low |
| Child Friendly | Low | Low |
| Character | The Alaskan Malamute is a powerful and enduring dog with a friendly and balanced temperament. | The American Akita is a confident and dignified dog with a strong personality. |
Comparison
Alaskan Malamute
American Akita
Summary
The Alaskan Malamute is a large dog (36 kg) with a life expectancy of 12 years. The American Akita is large (45 kg) and lives 12 years. For grooming, the Alaskan Malamute rates medium, the American Akita medium. The Alaskan Malamute scores low for child-friendliness, the American Akita low. For beginners, the American Akita is the better choice.
Which breed is a better fit?
For Beginners
American Akita has low trainability with medium energy
American AkitaFor Families
Both breeds are comparable
For Active People
Alaskan Malamute has very high energy level
Alaskan MalamuteLow Maintenance
Both breeds are comparable
For Apartments
American Akita is large with medium energy
American AkitaFrequently Asked Questions
The Alaskan Malamute is a large dog (36 kg) with very high energy. The American Akita is large (45 kg) with medium energy. The Alaskan Malamute lives 12 years, the American Akita 12 years.