While they're both sizable dogs, the malamute is the larger of the two—by a lot. The American Kennel Association says the husky usually stands between 20 and 24 inches tall. Female huskies are usually smaller, and weigh between 35 and 50 pounds, with males weighing in from 45 to 60 pounds.
What is the largest husky breed?
Alaskan Malamute The biggest husky-type dog breed, the Alaskan Malamute, can grow up to a whopping 26 inches. Highly intelligent and affectionate, they require a firm but loving hand to help shape them into ideal pets.
Is there such a thing as a giant malamute?
As we've established, Giant Alaskan Malamutes are merely Alaskan Malamutes that are usually bred with size in mind. This can put the health of these dogs at risk. Apart from their large size, Giant Alaskan Malamutes have much the same appearance and personality traits as Alaskan Malamutes.
Which dog breed is the largest?
1. English Mastiff. The English Mastiff is officially the largest dog in the world. According to the Guiness Book of Records - a dog called Zorba weighed in at 142.7 kg and stood 27 inches high in 1981.
What is the biggest malamute?
Fun fact: Currently, the biggest Alaskan Malamute is named Tyson, and he lives in Richmond. He's a 3-year-old Mal with a body length of 63 inches (160 cm) and a weight of 150 pounds (68 kg).
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