When we walk on the street, we often see Alaskan Malamutes and Huskies. We feel that these two dog breeds are very similar. Sometimes we can’t tell them apart, just like our human twins. Even twins have many aspects. Differences, not to mention two dogs that look very similar but have different breeds. Now let’s take a look at the differences and differences between these two types of dogs!

Alaskan Malamute

Husky

Alaskan Malamute and Husky (Siberian Husky) The fast-running Alaskan Malamute is considered to be two very similar dog breeds. They are both primitive dogs and working dogs. They have overall requirements of neatness, brisk steps and graceful movements. . The body is compact, with thick coat, erect ears, rounded ear tips, thick ear walls, almond-shaped eyes, medium size. The muzzle is neither long and pointed nor short and broad, with a clear stop, straight topline, medium chest depth, and slightly tucked belly. The base of the tail is neither too high nor too low. The tail is covered with soft hair and rolled up in a sickle-shaped curve on the back. The limbs are powerful, the frame is thick, the muscles are strong, and the body is well proportioned. There is abundant hair between the toes and pads. The pads are tight and thick. When the dog stands naturally, parallel and straight, neither the elbows nor the knees are turned in or out. The chest, neck and ears should not be too long. Colors range from pure white to red to black to blue. However, it is a fault to have discontinuous color covering the body or uneven color spots.

The main differences between Alaskan Malamutes and Huskies are as follows:

​1. Body shape

Alaskan Malamutes are large dogs, while Huskies are medium-sized dogs.

The average shoulder height of Alaskan Malamute is about 10cm higher than that of Husky, and its weight is about 10kg.

​2. Eyes

Alaskan Malamutes are not allowed to have blue eyes, while Huskies are allowed to have one or both eyes blue.

​3. Ears

The ears of the Alaskan Malamute are widely separated and pointed outward and back, while the ears of the Husky are closer to each other and located higher on the head.

Alaskan Malamute’s ears are too large, which is a fault if they are too tall. Husky’s ears are too spread apart, and if their ears are too large, it is a fault.

4. Tail

In most cases, the Alaskan Malamute is turned upward and curled on the back, especially when working. In the description of the AKC breed standard, the Alaskan Malamute's tail is described as "a large fluttering feather." "(a wavingplume)

A husky's tail does not curl, but is often straight, like a "round brush". When the tail is wagging, it also swings directly upward or even diagonally upward, rather than curling onto the back.

5. Personality

In terms of personality, it is generally believed that Alaskan Malamutes are more honest and stable than Huskies; on the contrary, most Huskies are more neurotic, and their enthusiasm for humans is often exaggerated. At the same time, the Husky has the characteristics of the original dog breed, is more independent, and is more curious.

Both sled dogs are considered to be breeds that do not like barking. Even if they occasionally bark, these two sled dogs mostly use long howls. However, the barking index of Alaskan Malamutes is relatively higher; it is almost difficult for Huskies to be heard by humans. They make the "bark" sound mixed with wolf howls that Alaskan Malamutes occasionally make.

6. Character characteristics:

Siberian (Husky)--habits closer to wolves, smart, alert, lively, and changeable

Alaska--honest, brave, loyal, and full of patience````

​7. Price:

Siberia (Husky)--Average price of pet grade: about 1,000-3,000 yuan

Alaska--Average price for pets: around 1,500-3,000 yuan