Alaskan Malamute vs Alaskan Klee Kai

Compare the Alaskan Malamute to the Alaskan Klee Kai. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Alaskan Malamutes and Alaskan Klee Kais.

Alaskan Malamute vs Alaskan Klee Kai
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Klee Kai
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Klee Kai
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General Details
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Klee Kai
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-16 Years
Height
23-25 Inches
17-17 Inches
Weight
70-100 Pounds
10-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Klee Kai
Origin Country
United States
United States
Origin Year
1900 AD
1988 AD
Temperament
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Klee Kai
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Klee Kai
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Living Environment
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Klee Kai
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
-45-70 °F
15-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Klee Kai
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Klee Kai
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low to Medium
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
Medium to High
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Klee Kai
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Klee Kai
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Klee Kai
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
None
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Klee Kai
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-16 Years
Health Concerns
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Klee Kai
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Chondrodysplasia
Hereditary neuropathy
Hemeralopia
Hypothyroidism
Vaccination sensitivity
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Factor VII deficiency
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Klee Kai
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Klee Kai
Breed Colors
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