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CLEAR ALLThe Alaskan Malamute is often mistaken for the Siberian Husky. While both breeds were built for sledding, Alaskan Malamutes were bred to pull heavy loads over short distances. Conversely, Siberian Huskies were bred to pull lighter loads over long distances. This difference is reflected in their appearance. Alaskan Malamutes are large stocky dogs, famed for their endurance, strength, and devotion to their owners.
The Alaskan Malamute was initially bred by the Mahlemuts, an Inuit tribe from Alaska, to pull heavy sleds across the harsh conditions of the Western Alaskan Arctic. As a result, they boast thick double coats that can withstand extreme cold temperatures. They are also the largest sled dog breed recognised by the UK Kennel Club.
Today, these dogs are beloved for their affectionate, friendly, loyal, and devoted personalities, as well as their impressive ‘wild’ appearance. They have become a popular choice for dog lovers in the United Kingdom and worldwide.
The Alaskan Malamute is often mistaken for the Siberian Husky. While both breeds were built for sledding, Alaskan Malamutes were bred to pull heavy loads over short distances. Conversely, Siberian Huskies were bred to pull lighter loads over long distances. This difference is reflected in their appearance. Alaskan Malamutes are large stocky dogs, famed for their endurance, strength, and devotion to their owners.
The Alaskan Malamute was initially bred by the Mahlemuts, an Inuit tribe from Alaska, to pull heavy sleds across the harsh conditions of the Western Alaskan Arctic. As a result, they boast thick double coats that can withstand extreme cold temperatures. They are also the largest sled dog breed recognised by the UK Kennel Club.
Today, these dogs are beloved for their affectionate, friendly, loyal, and devoted personalities, as well as their impressive ‘wild’ appearance. They have become a popular choice for dog lovers in the United Kingdom and worldwide.
This large dog stands around 2 feet tall and typically weighs an astonishing 75 to 100 pounds! These hefty canines have strong, muscular bodies designed to carry weight. Their heads are large with small ears that stand erect and brown almond-shaped eyes. Along with their dark eyes, most Malamutes will have black noses and gums, too.
Other distinctive features of the Alaskan Malamute are their large fluffy tails and a thick double coat. Their long undercoat is woolly and oily to repel water and cold weather. Then, their overcoat is thick and coarse, adding additional warmth. Their hair is longer on some body parts, such as the shoulders, neck, back, and thighs.
As you can imagine, this coat sheds a lot, so you'll have to get used to finding white fur all over your house! Moreover, they shed heavily twice a year when their hair falls out in large clumps. During this time, it's best to brush them every day. After that, it's sufficient to groom them two or three times a week.
All Alaskan Malamute's coats are white with another colour, usually grey, sable and black. Still, seal and red are both possible. They typically have white faces and inner ears with dark foreheads and outer ears. Additionally, their bellies are generally white, along with their feet and parts of their legs.
The Alaskan Malamute is a working dog; therefore, this breed has tonnes of energy and requires exercise and long walks multiple times a day. They love to run, play and go on hikes and don't tire easily. Moreover, they get bored quickly, and if their owner does not meet their high energy needs, they can become destructive.
Malamutes have strong hunting instincts and will chase cats and other small animals if they do not grow up around them. Therefore, they must have an enclosed garden to prevent them from getting out and terrorising the neighbourhood moggies! They also love to dig, so we recommend creating a sandpit or digging patch for them to release this urge and save your plants!
Malamutes are intelligent, but training them while young is essential for creating obedient pets. They may challenge their owners for the alpha position otherwise. However, although they can be stubborn with obedience training, housetraining them is effortless.
Alaskan Malamutes are relatively quiet, and they rarely bark, although some may howl. In addition, these dogs are super friendly towards people, and their pack instinct makes them want to be an integral part of the family.
This dog is made for cold temperatures, so they are not suited to a Mediterranean climate but can be a good choice for those living in Northern Europe or even the UK. Another essential requirement for their environment is plenty of space to run around and burn off their excess energy. Thus, they can be an ideal dog if you have a large, enclosed garden. Needless to say, they are not the right choice for those living in apartments.
The best human companion for an Alaskan Malamute is someone with previous experience with dogs. In addition, they will thrive with someone who leads an active life and will take them on plenty of walks, hikes, and runs. If their owner does not have the time or energy, Malamutes will get bored and become challenging to handle. Therefore, you may want to consider hiring a dog walker or sitter to help you out when you are busy.
If socialised early, the Alaskan Malamute can be friendly with other pets. However, some tend to become assertive, so they often do better as solo pets. Lastly, they are gentle around children but considering their strength and size; they are not the best choice for families with young kids.
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