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General Description
(Mal) Alaskan Malamutes are a well-built, strong Arctic breed. Their bodies are large, compact and sturdily built, and well-muscled. They have a broad head with a dignified expression, and their triangular-shaped ears are carried erect. Alaskan Malamutes have a plumed tail that curls over the back in a loop shape. Their almond-shaped eyes are brown in color, and they resemble those of a wolf. The Alaskan Malamute’s lush double coat comes in a variety of colors including white, black and white, wolf gray, wolf sable, or red. Markings, highlights, masks, or dark caps in different colors may exist.
Blue eyes are a disqualification color as set forth by the AKC.
Character
Alaskan Malamutes are a good-natured, energetic breed. They are fun-loving, loyal, dedicated, and affectionate towards their owner(s). They make excellent pets for families with older children. As they become older, Alaskan Malamutes get calmer and more dignified. They are extremely sociable and outgoing, even towards strangers, so they do not make good watchdogs or guard dogs. This breed needs plenty of attention in order to prevent the onset of behavioral difficulties. Although sometimes difficult to train, Alaskan Malamutes are eager to please and can learn good manners with comparative ease. They like to dig and howl, and they will eat whatever is given to them.
Their howl is almost identical to that of a wolf.
General Health
Alaskan Malamutes have few health concerns or genetic problems. Owner should not purchase this breed from a puppy mill, as these dogs are more prone to have a bad temperament or health issues. Like many other large breeds, Alaskan Malamutes are prone to hip dysplasia. They can also be susceptible to bloat. They typically live for 12 to 15 years, and they average 6 puppies per litter.
The average lifespan for this breed is 12-15 years.
History
Alaskan Malamutes are a breed of Nordic dog. This means they are descendants of the Arctic wolf. Initially utilized by the Alaskan Eskimos 2000 to 3000 years ago, the Alaskan Malamutes were their predominant source of transportation. The breed hauled supplies and pulled sleds, and they were later used in Admiral Byrd’s pole expeditions. Alaskan Malamutes are known for their endurance and heart, and they have a number of natural abilities like sledding, racing, weight pulling, carting, and searching and rescuing. Over the past few decades, Alaskan Malamutes have proven to be excellent companions.
Some consider them the strongest of the sled dogs.
Maintenance
The Alaskan Malamute’s dense, thick coat should be brushed frequently. They are excessive shedders and their undercoat comes out in clumps twice a year. This breed is clean and odorless, so bathing is not particularly necessary. Alaskan Malamutes need plenty of exercise, but they shouldn’t be too active in warm weather.
Ideal Environment
Alaskan Malamutes are fairly active inside, and they need a large yard to run around and play. This breed likes to dig, so it’s important to have a buried fence that surrounds the backyard. Alaskan Malamutes are used to cold weather conditions, so they should be kept cool with lots of shade and cold water.
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tailmy 4 month old malmute's tail don't curl... at what age will it curl? if it doesn't curl does that mean that it is not a purbreed??
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Can you please tell me if my puppy a Malamute?I recently adopted this 7 month old puppy from animal control. They were not sure of his breed but to me he looks like a collie/siberian husky or malamute mix. My friend also said some of his marking looks part wolf. Is this...
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alaskan malamuteI have a 7 month old male alaskan malamute and he weighs 50 kilos is this a normal weight for a dog of this breed and age?
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Help with groomingWe have a 10 yr old female malamute. She is a giant! She is shedding, but her undercoat is extremly difficult to brush out and it is not going well. The undercoat does not want to come lose and we have to work it out with the...
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