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Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff Comparison - Dog breed selector: Mally or River Husky or Tsang-khyi? Find the right dog for you

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Name Alaskan Malamute Mackenzie River Husky Tibetan Mastiff
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States Canada flagCanada Tibet flagTibet
Group Sled Dogs Sled Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Mally
Mal
River Husky Tsang-khyi
Dok-Khyi
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff? Which is the smallest dog, Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff?
Large Large
Giant
Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Mackenzie River Husky? Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff weight comparison:
Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg) 63-104 pounds (29-47 kg) 140-170 pounds (64-78 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg) 83.5 pounds (38 kg) 155 pounds (71 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff? Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff height comparison:
Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm) 26-29 inches (66-74 cm) 25-28 inches (61-71 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm) 27.5 inches (70 cm) 26.5 inches (66 cm)

Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1500 $1000-$1500 $2500-$3500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff?
Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.
Average: The Mackenzie River Husky is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Tibetan Mastiff is easier than average to get.

Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Mackenzie River Husky dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff trainability comparison.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train.
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Mackenzie River Husky dogs are easy to train.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Mackenzie River Husky dogs are average watchdogs.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Mackenzie River Husky dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff? Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Dignified
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Independent
Intelligent
Dominant
Eager
Trustworthy
Stubborn
Aloof
Protective
Courageous
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Mackenzie River Husky dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Tibetan Mastiff dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff?
Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Mackenzie River Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff social needs comparison:
Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed.
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Mackenzie River Husky dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Alaskan Malamute dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Mackenzie River Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Mackenzie River Husky dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff playfulness comparison:
The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed.
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The Mackenzie River Husky is a playful breed.
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Average: Tibetan Mastiffs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff?
Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks.
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Average: The Mackenzie River Husky barks occasionally.
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A lot: Tibetan Mastiff is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Mackenzie River Husky breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tibetan Mastiff breed.

Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Mackenzie River Husky dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Tibetan Mastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff?
Alaskan Malamute dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Alaskan Malamute bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Mackenzie River Husky bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Tibetan Mastiff bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Moderate

The Alaskan Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Mackenzie River Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The Tibetan Mastiff has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff mouthiness comparison:
Alaskan Malamute dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Mackenzie River Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff?
The Alaskan Malamute is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Mackenzie River Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Tibetan Mastiffs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Chondrodysplasia
Hemeralopia
Inherited Polyneuropathy
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Autoimmune Hypothyroidism
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Canine Inherited Demyelinative Neuropathy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Alaskan Malamute should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Mackenzie River Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Tibetan Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff lifespan comparison. How long do Alaskan Malamute, Mackenzie River Husky and Tibetan Mastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Mackenzie River Husky: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Tibetan Mastiff: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff?
Prefers cold weather
The Alaskan Malamute can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Mackenzie River Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Tibetan Mastiff can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff? Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff energy level comparison:
Alaskan Malamute dogs are high-energy dogs.
Mackenzie River Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Alaskan Malamute dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Mackenzie River Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff?
Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep.
Mackenzie River Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff?
Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Mackenzie River Husky has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Tibetan Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff coat comparison:
Dense
Rough
Thick
Weather-resistant
Thick
Straight
Thick
Hard
Colors
What are the original Alaskan Malamute, Mackenzie River Husky and Tibetan Mastiff color?
Black
Gray
Red
White
Black & White
Black & White & Grey
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff? Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff grooming comparison:
Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Mackenzie River Husky requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Tibetan Mastiff requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff? Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or {name3 shedding:
Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders.
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Mackenzie River Husky dogs shed above average.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff?

Low 🔽

The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Mackenzie River Husky has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Tibetan Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Mackenzie River Husky is an average drooler.
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The Tibetan Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Alaskan Malamute dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Mackenzie River Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Mackenzie River Husky dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Mackenzie River Husky dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Mackenzie River Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Mackenzie River Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff?
Yes
Alaskan Malamute dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Mackenzie River Husky dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Alaskan Malamute is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Mackenzie River Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Tibetan Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Alaskan Malamutes are usually recommended for elderly people.
Mackenzie River Huskys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Tibetan Mastiffs are not the best breed for elderly people.

Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Alaskan Malamute or Mackenzie River Husky or Tibetan Mastiff? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff?

Not really

Alaskan Malamute breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Mackenzie River Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Tibetan Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Alaskan Malamute and Mackenzie River Husky and Tibetan Mastiff have?
4-10 puppies 4-8 puppies 5-12 puppies

Alaskan Malamute vs Mackenzie River Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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

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