Alaskan malamute*

This dog was bred in Alaska for the use as a utilitarian dog and later as an Alaska sled dog by the Eskimos. These dogs are sometimes mistaken for a Siberian husky due to the colors. They are very different in many ways like the size, personality and bone structure or the muscles.

Eye color: Darkish brown, different shades of brown.

Ears: upright, small and on the side of the skull.

Head: Very wide

Coat: Double coat, Daily brushing is recommended,

Markings: The nose and gums are black.

Size: 61cm Height and about 36kg – 42kg Weight.

Paws: Snowshoe feet

Something interesting about the Alaskan malamute:

Their tales keep them warm during winter time or cold weather. They are still using this type of dogs for sledding, carting and much more. They are very difficult to train, but if you have the knowledge and understanding this dog, training can be successful. They do bark sometimes but is mainly very quiet. When they vocalize/talk it is a ‘woo’ sound. They also howl like wolfs.

This type of dog is a member of the Spitz group of dogs, about 2000-3000 years ago to the Mahlemuits tribe of Alaska. They are descended from the arctic wolf. They need a regular walk, long distance and if you have a swimming pool, just put the dog inside to cool it off. They need plenty fresh water and a lot of shading.  This Alaskan Malamutes is very good with children, but supervising is required. They do make wonderful pets, but have in mind that this type of dog isn’t just for everyone.

If you consider having a Alaskan Malamute, please remember to look at the additional information and when you make a commitment in taking this type of dog, do it good and look after it. The picture below is one of our own Alaskan Malamutes.

This type of dog isn’t just any type of dog... I guess you don’t see an Alaskan malamute everyday? 

The sources I have used for this article on my blog are:

http://www.petsplace.co.za/alaskan_malamute.htm

www.dogbreedinfo.com/alaskanmalamute.htm

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alaskan_Malamute

http://www.amrescueohio.com/MalvsHusky.html