Alaskan Malamute Breed Information & Characteristics

The Alaskan Malamute is a breed that has an average risk of becoming obese. Daily walks and a balanced diet of quality dry dog food can help maintain a healthy weight. An active lifestyle and monitoring weight regularly is recommended.

Unfortunately, the Alaskan Malamute is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Dignified
Loyal
Devoted
Friendly
Playful

Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely heavy shedders, they will lose a large amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Alaskan Malamute.

The Alaskan Malamute dog is one of the best choice if you want a good watchdog. This breed will keep watch over you and your family at all times. This breed takes this task seriously and will typically perform its guarding duty with little to no training. This dog will require obedience training, or you can consider guard dog training to sharpen its skills.

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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

Ancient Times

Working (AKC:1935)
Northern Breeds (UKC)

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Sable
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Blue
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Gray
Black

The coat of an Alaskan Malamute dog ranges in length from short to medium.

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An Alaskan Malamute can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Alaskan Malamute dogs generally adapt well to changes in lifestyle and different living environments, but it is considered as an average level of adaptability compared to other breeds.

The Alaskan Malamute is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Chondrodysplasia (Chd)

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Skin Problems
Diabetes

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Alaskan Malamutes are high-energy dogs, thus an active lifestyle suits them well.

Alaskan Malamute have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Alaskan Malamute dog needs significant physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They are also well-suited for those who lead an active lifestyle and enjoy activities such as running, hiking, or other outdoor pursuits.

Alaskan Malamutes are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

The Alaskan Malamute is a breed of dog that is characterized by its minimal drooling, making it an ideal choice for people who dislike drool marks on their clothing.

Alaskan Malamute dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

These dogs are known for being extremely protective and make excellent guard dogs. They possess a strong instinct to defend their territory and owners and have a high level of vigilance and alertness.

Jogging, Trotting, Sniffing, Exploring, Tug-of-war, Walking, Walk, Running, Run, Fetch, Runing, Doing tricks, Play, Snow, Hiking, Walks, Howling, Chasing things, Socialization, Bikejoring, Rollerjoring, Dog Parks, Hikes, Eating Snacks, Winter walks, Sleep, Hike, Tracking, High Five, Herding

Alaskan Malamutes 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Alaskan Malamute, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Alaskan Malamutes 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.

The Alaskan Malamute is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Alaskan Malamute 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-100 pound (36 - 45 kg) Alaskan Malamute 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.

The average cost of an Alaskan Malamute is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Alaskan Malamute is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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.

Alaskan Malamutes has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Alaskan Malamute is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

The Alaskan Malamute is not an apartment-friendly dog breed. This dog breed is best in a home with a large, fenced-in yard. They are not suited for apartment life and can become destructive due to pent up energy from being in a small space.

Alaskan Malamutes are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Alaskan Malamutes are not cat friendly dogs.

Alaskan Malamutes are very friendly towards other dogs. This breed typically have a happy and affectionate temperament around dogs.

Alaskan Malamutes are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

The Alaskan Malamute is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Alaskan Malamute is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Alaskan Malamute dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.