Call us Now 
+91-8744012053
Mon - Sat ~ 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Follow & Like
.png)
Alaskan Malamute – Dog Breed Information and Facts
Alaskan Malamute is a domestic large dog breed that originated from Alaska (USA). It is the largest breed of Artic dogs and was named after Innuit tribe called Mahlemuts and its place of Origin, Alaska.
Breed Information, Facts and Personality Chart:
| Breed Name: | Alaskan Malamute |
| Nicknames: | Mal or Mally |
| Origin: | United States (Alaska) |
| Ancient Use: | Used as draft animals and sledge dogs |
| Type: | Large breed |
| Built: | Strong |
| Appearance: | Well built large dog with a think coat. Has dark medium sized eyes with a plumed tail. It resembles a wolf in appearance. |
| Temperament: | Loyal and intelligent breed |
| Height: | Males: 24-26 inches and Females 22-24 inches |
| Weight: | Malles: 80-95 pounds and Females 70-85 pounds |
| Average Life: | 12-17 years |
| Species: | M’Loot and Kotzebue |
| Barking Status: | They tend to stay quite and bark a lot less as compared to other dog breeds |
| Family Dog: | Yes |
| Preferable Temperature: | Cold |
| Active Breed: | Yes and need a lot of exercise |
| Member of: | Spitz group of dogs |
| Socialization Status: | Needs time to socialize and get along with other dogs and cats |
| Health Status: | Generally healthy but prone to hip dysplasia and night blindness |
| What to Feed: | 3-5 cups of high quality dry dog food 2 times a day (Exact amount depends on the size and age of the dog) |
| How to Care: | Needs brushing 1-3 times a week |
| Needs a large space to dig ground (because it loves digging) | |
| Needs daily exercise | |
| Require basic attention to ear, eye, foot, nail, and tooth on a regular basis |
