Alaskan Malamute
Working · large
Alaskan Malamutes are powerful sled dogs with high endurance and a strong independent streak.
Breed characteristics
- Breed group
- Working
- Size
- large
- Weight
- 75–100 lbs
- Height
- 23–25 in
- Life expectancy
- 10–14 years
- Origin
- United States
- Temperament
- affectionate, powerful, independent
- Exercise needs
- Very high
- Grooming needs
- High
- Trainability
- Average
- Hypoallergenic
- No
- Good with children
- Yes
- Good with other dogs
- Yes
- Apartment friendly
- No
Malamutes need substantial exercise and enjoy hiking, pulling, and active outdoor work. They can be challenging for inexperienced owners.
Their thick double coat needs frequent brushing and sheds heavily.
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