The Alaskan Malamute features a powerful, sturdy body built for stamina and strength. It reigns as one of the oldest dog breeds whose original looks have not been significantly altered. This intelligent canine needs a job and consistent leadership to avoid becoming bored or challenging to handle.
Novice pet parents, beware. Dogs of this breed are sensitive and need plenty of companionship and open space. They are not well-suited to apartment life, and they are certainly high-shedding pooches who need plenty of grooming to keep their coats healthy. Expect to clean up dog hair all year long, and especially during shedding season. Alaskan Malamutes will do anything to please their pack, either human or canine. Built to work as sled dogs, these powerful pups need a leader to set a consistent training and exercise regimen. (Now's your chance to pick up skijoring.) You'll be rewarded with a loyal, friendly face and wagging feather duster of a tail.