Alaskan Malamute
The heavyweight Arctic freighter—bigger and stronger than the Husky, a powerful sled dog.
Overview. The Alaskan Malamute is a large, powerful Arctic sled dog bred to haul heavy freight, noticeably bigger and stockier than the Siberian Husky.
History & Origin
Developed by the Mahlemut Inuit of Alaska for freighting and survival; one of the oldest Arctic breeds.
Appearance & Coat
Massive and well-boned, with a thick coat in gray, black, sable, or red with white, and a plumed tail.
Temperament
Affectionate, dignified, and strong-willed, it is friendly but not a guard dog and needs leadership.
Care & Exercise
Needs heavy exercise and thorough grooming; heat-sensitive.
FCI Recognition
Recognized by the FCI in Group 5 (Spitz and Primitive types).
