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Alaskan Malamute

Looking for information about the Alaskan Malamute breed? Then you have come to the right place. Following is general information regarding the Alaskan Malamute. You will find information about the Alaskan Malamute breed regarding coat, color, size, weight, group classification, temperament, and other items of interest. This basic, easy to understand information will help you decide if the Alaskan Malamute breed is for you.

Appearance:

What is the general appearance of an Alaskan Malamute? The Alaskan Malamute has a thick, coarse guard coat. The undercoat is dense, from one to two inches in depth, oily and woolly. The coarse guard coat and the undercoat can vary in length.

Size:

How big is an Alaskan Malamute? With regards to size, the Alaskan Malamute breed are large, powerful dogs with broad chests. The Alaskan Malamute is 65-85+ pounds in weight. The Alaskan Malamute belongs to the Working group.

Temperament:

What does an Alaskan Malamute act like? The temperament of an Alaskan Malamute is affectionate and friendly. The Alaskan Malamute breed may not be good with children as they have high energy levels and can be rowdy. However, the Alaskan Malamute breed can make a house pet if you train them properly.

Tidbits:

What other interesting tidbits should I know about the Alaskan Malamute breed? Alaskan Malamutes were originally bred to haul heavy sleds across long distances in harsh winter conditions.