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Alaskan Malamute Breed Standard
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Breed Description | |
| Height: The Alaskan Malamute's height ranges from 23-28 inches tall. | ||
| Weight: The Alaskan Malamute's weight ranges from 85-125 lbs. | ||
| Colors: The Alaskan Malamute is shades of light grey to shadings of black or from gold through shades of red to liver. The dog's underbody is always white, with white on their legs, feet and the dog's mask. | ||
| General Appearance: The Alaskan Malamute is one of the oldest Arctic sled dogs. This breed of dog is a powerful with a substantial build. It has a deep chest and a strong, well-muscled body. The Alaskan Malamute stands well over the pads, and this stance gives the appearance of much activity and a proud carriage, with head erect and eyes alert showing interest and curiosity. The dog's head is broad with ears that are triangular and erect when alert. The Alaskan Malamute's muzzle is bulky, only slightly diminishing in width from root to the dog's nose. The muzzle is not pointed or long, yet not stubby. The dog's coat is thick with a coarse guard coat of sufficient length to protect a woolly undercoat. The Alaskan Malamute's tail is well furred and carries over the back. The dog's tail will have the appearance of a waving plume. | ||
| Temperament: The Alaskan Malamute is an affectionate and friendly dog that loves everyone that is around. This breed of dog is a loyal and devoted. The Alaskan Malamute is good with children and other dogs. | ||
| Care: The Alaskan Malamute requires weekly brushing of their coat. Careful attention should be paid to keep the dog free of parasites. This dog breed sheds in warm weather. | ||
| Training: The Alaskan Malamute requires obedience training as a puppy to maintain a well balanced dog. | ||
| Activity: The Alaskan Malamute needs vigorous daily exercise and attention. | ||
| Life Span: The Alaskan Malamute lives an average age of 10-14 years old. | ||
| Litter Size: The Alaskan Malamute averages about 4-10 puppies per litter. | ||
| Country of Origin: The Alaskan Malamute originated in the USA. | ||
| Brief History: The Alaskan Malamute was developed by a tribe of nomadic Inuit people called Malamutes who lived in the upper part of western Alaska. These people wanted a large, strong, sled-pulling dog that was a heavy hauler, so that they could use them as draft animals. During the white man's settling of Alaska the Alaskan Malamute was used for hunting and hauling in large numbers. | ||
| Registries: AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI (Group 5), KC,(GB), UKC |
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