Dog Of The Week "Alaskan Malamute"

• Country of origin : Alaska
• Original use: Arctic sled dog used to haul large loads over long distances.
• Group: Working
• Average life span: 11-13 years
• Color: Varies from light to gray to black, sable and sable to red. White.
• Coat: Woolly, dense undercoat; outercoat of coarse guard hair.
• Grooming: Sheds profusely twice a year. Otherwise weekly brushing and combing to maintain coat. Doesn't require frequent bathing.
• Height/Weight:Males 25 inches, 85 lbs. Females 23 inches, 75 lbs.
• Personality: Hardworking, people friendly, and loyal. Playful by invitation.
• Trainability: Moderate
• Activity Level: Moderate Active outdoors and laid back indoors.
• Known health problems: Hip dysplasia, eye diseases
• Good with children: yes, with respectful children
• Good with pets: Good with family pets if raised together. Not friendly with outsider dogs.
• National breed club: www.alaskanmalamute.org
• Rescue: www.malamuterescue.org