Alaskan Malamute

The Alaskan Malamute is a large, strong dog with a thick, coarse double coat and a plumed tail held over the back. The feet are furry and have tough pads. The coat averages 1-3 inches in length and comes in white, black and white, wolf gray, wolf sable (red undercoat with dark gray outer coat), or red, often with darker highlights and sometimes with a dark mask or cap. Height: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm.) Weight: 70-95 pounds (32-43 kg.)dogbreedinfo.... More

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Size:

Gender Minimum Height Maximum Height Minimum Weight Maximum Weight
  • 56 cm (22 in )
  • 61 cm (24 in )
  • 32 kg (71 lb )
  • 38 kg (84 lb )
  • 61 cm (24 in )
  • 66 cm (26 in )
  • 36 kg (79 lb )
  • 43 kg (95 lb )
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Hunting Dog:

  • No

Hypoallergenic:

  • No

Apartment Friendly:

  • No

Light Shedder:

  • Yes

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Life Expectancy:

Low High
  • 13 yr.
  • 15 yr.
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