Affectionate
Dignified
Loyal
Devoted
Friendly
Playful

Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Tempered
Sweet
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Alaskan Malamutes shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Crested Cavaliers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Choose an Alaskan Malamute if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Crested Cavaliers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Spitz

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Chinese Crested

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Ancient Times

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

White
Sable
Silver
Blue
Red
Brown
Gray
Black

Black
White
Blue
Cream

Alaskan Malamutes have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Crested Cavaliers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

An Alaskan Malamute can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Crested Cavalier can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Alaskan Malamutes have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Crested Cavaliers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Chondrodysplasia (Chd)

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Lens Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Skin Problems
Diabetes

Entropion

Eye
Hip
Blood
Chd Clear Rating

Ophthalmic Exam
Chest X-rays
Orthopedic Exam
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)
Holter monitoring (24-hour ECG)
Echocardiography (ultrasound)
Blood Pressure Evaluation

Alaskan Malamutes thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Crested Cavaliers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Alaskan Malamute has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Crested Cavalier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Alaskan Malamutes require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Crested Cavaliers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Alaskan Malamutes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Crested Cavaliers are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Alaskan Malamutes are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Crested Cavaliers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Alaskan Malamute, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Crested Cavalier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Alaskan Malamutes usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Crested Cavaliers usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Alaskan Malamute should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Crested Cavalier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-100 pound (36 - 45 kg) Alaskan Malamute feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 9-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Crested Cavalier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an Alaskan Malamute is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Crested Cavalier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Alaskan Malamute is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Crested Cavalier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Alaskan Malamute is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Crested Cavaliers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Alaskan Malamutes are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Crested Cavaliers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Alaskan Malamutes are not cat friendly.

Crested Cavaliers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Alaskan Malamutes are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Crested Cavaliers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Alaskan Malamutes are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Crested Cavaliers are highly friendly around strangers.

Alaskan Malamutes are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Crested Cavaliers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.