Bloodhound vs Alaskan Husky

Compare Bloodhounds to Alaskan Huskies. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between these two breeds.

Bloodhound vs Alaskan Husky
Bloodhound
Alaskan Husky
Bloodhound
Alaskan Husky
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General Details
Bloodhound
Alaskan Husky
Breed Type
Purebred
Hybrid
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
23-26 Inches
Weight
80-110 Pounds
35-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Bloodhound
Alaskan Husky
Origin Country
France
United States
Origin Year
1000 AD
Unspecified
Temperament
Bloodhound
Alaskan Husky
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Bloodhound
Alaskan Husky
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bloodhound
Alaskan Husky
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
0-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Bloodhound
Alaskan Husky
Energy Level
Medium
Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
Very High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Bloodhound
Alaskan Husky
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
High
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bloodhound
Alaskan Husky
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Bloodhound
Alaskan Husky
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Bloodhound
Alaskan Husky
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bloodhound
Alaskan Husky
Average Lifespan
11-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Bloodhound
Alaskan Husky
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Ectopic cilia
Ectropion
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hyperthyroidism
Laryngeal paresis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bloodhound
Alaskan Husky
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Silky
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Bloodhound
Alaskan Husky
Breed Colors
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