Friendly
Energetic
Active
Intelligent
Trainable
Vocal

Playful
Dignified
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless

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

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

New Zealand

United States

Collies, English Hound, Old English Sheepdogs, Labrador

Great Pyrenees, Alaskan Malamute

1900's

2000's

Brown
Amber

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Pied
Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Silver
White

Huntaways have medium-length coats.

Malaneess are known for their coat length.

Wavy

Straight

A Huntaway can have a litter of 12-14 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 Malanees can have a litter of 4-10 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.

The Huntaway breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Malaneess typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Bone Cancer

Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondrodysplasia

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Ear Health and Infection

Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Deafness
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Diabetes
Bleeding Disorder
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Zinc Responsive Dermatosis
Platelet Dysfunction
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Osteochondrodysplasia

Full Physical Examination

Elbow
Hip X-Rays
Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Blood Analysis
Hearing and Ear Tests

Training, Sea paddling, Long walks, Dancing, Playing, Chase, Playing Ball, Walk, Name te, Cuddles, Scentwork, Walking, Hoopers, Fetch, Hiking, Puzzles, Running, Run, Catch-ball, Tug-of-war, Football, Go on Vacation, Road trip, Play, Nap, High Five, Bath time, Off-leash, Car rides

Nap, Tug-of-war, Swim, Groom, Go Camping, Walk, Walking, Car rides, Cuddle, Snuggles, Sleeping, Fetch, Running, Teaching tricks, Teaching new, T, Dog tricks, High Five, Playing, Run, Wrestle, Tug, Play Fight, Play keep away, Play, Belly rubs

Huntaways 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.

Malaneess 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 Huntaway, it's at least 14 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 Malanees, it's at least 17 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Huntaways usually need at least 80 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 Malaneess 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.

Huntaway 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, Malanees 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
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 65-88 pound (29 - 40 kg) Huntaway 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 85-100 pound (39 - 45 kg) Malanees feed 4 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 a Huntaway is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Malanees is somewhere $2.80 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Huntaway is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Malanees is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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.

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

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

Huntaways are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Malaneess are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Huntaways are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Huntaways are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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