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| Breed: |
Alaskan Malamute |
| Country of Origin: |
Old arctic sled dog |
| AKC Group: |
Working |
| Function: |
Sled dog |
| Life Span: |
10-12 years |
| Appearance: |
Large, muscular, big-boned |
| Color: |
Black, red or gray with white |
| Coat Type: |
Sheds a lot! Dense, heavy, weather resistant |
| Grooming: |
Frequent brushing |
| Height: |
23-26 inches |
| Weight: |
75-125 pounds |
| Activity Level: |
Very high |
| Watch Dog: |
No |
| Protection: |
No |
| Intelligence: |
Very high |
| Trainability: |
Difficult & stubborn |
| Good With Children: |
Yes |
| Good With Pets: |
Can be aggressive |
| Good With Strangers: |
Usually friendly |
| Character: |
Affectionate, brave, high-spirited, friendly |
| Home Environment: |
Fenced yard |
| Best Owner: |
Time to train, exercise, and groom, physically strong |
| Potential Problems: |
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| Behavior: |
Dominant, noisy, destructive, digger |
| Physical: |
Hip dysplasia, shoulder problems, bloating |
| Recommendations: |
Early obedience training and altering |
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