FCI · Group 5

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute

Side-by-side comparison of Siberian Husky (FCI #270) and Alaskan Malamute (FCI #243) in Group 5 (Spitz and Primitive Types).

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute — Key Facts
Comparison PairSiberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute
Shared ClassificationGroup 5: Spitz and Primitive Types
Siberian Husky StandardFCI #270 (definitive)
Alaskan Malamute StandardFCI #243 (definitive)
Attribute Siberian Husky Alaskan Malamute
RegistryFCIFCI
Standard / EMS Code#270#243
Group / CategoryGroup 5: Spitz and Primitive TypesGroup 5: Spitz and Primitive Types
Recognition Statusdefinitivedefinitive
Standard Date2022-11-142023-03-09
Care & Working ProfileNordic sled, hunting, herding, and ancient primitive dog breeds with dense double coats and independent problem-solving traits.Nordic sled, hunting, herding, and ancient primitive dog breeds with dense double coats and independent problem-solving traits.