The Alaskan Malamute is a large and powerful sled dog from Alaska. They are strong and hardworking, yet friendly and loyal. Alaskan Malamutes have a thick, double coat that can be any color. They are active and require plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to stay healthy and happy.
At a glance
- Life expectancy
- 10–14 years
- Weight
- Male 34–39 kg · Female 32–38 kg
- Height at withers
- Male 61–66 cm · Female 56–61 cm
- Origin
- ancient/pre-1900s · United States
- Coat
- double, medium
- Colors
- gray and white, black and white, sable and white, red and white, white
- Hypoallergenic
- No
- Other names
- Mal
- Recognized by
- AKC, FCI, UKC, CKC
Traits
Energy
Barking
Shedding
Grooming
Drooling
Trainability
With children
With other dogs
With strangers
Apartment friendly
Daily exercise90 min per day