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Alaskan Malamute Breed Information

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Alaskan Malamute is a powerful but friendly dog. They are structured for strength and endurance. Before you decide to adopt a Malamute, you should aware this breed is a sledge dog for heavy freighting in Artic. The dog requires a lot of intensive exercise.

AKC Breed Group: Working.

Breed Weight: 75 - 85 lbs.

Breed Height: male 25 inches (at the shoulder), female 23 inches.

Alaskan Malamute

Color(s): light gray to intermediate shadings to black, also shades of sable or red with shadings or all white.

Coat: Malamutes has dense, oily and wooly undercoat, and thick and coarse outercoat.

Characteristics and temperaments: Alaskan Malamutes are loyal, affectionate and friendly. They are usually good as a companion dog, playful and can get along with kids. Dignity is one of the temperament that makes this breed impressive.

Care: Good combing and grooming are usually enough, although more intensive care is required during shedding.

Training and activity: This dog requires a lot of training and outdoor exercises to burn excessive energy. This is needed to keep healthy and happy, due to the nature of being a powerful sled.