| You don't have to live on the frozen Alaskan tundra | | | | with other small mammals. One of the things you'll |
| to want an Alaskan Malamute sled dog for your very | | | | come to love about your Mal is its "Chewbacca" |
| own! These massive wolf-like companions are some | | | | woofs. While they're a generally quiet dog, they do |
| of the friendliest pets you could own. There are a | | | | like to talk a bit, and sometimes even howl like a |
| few Malamutes (Mals) that haul people, freight or | | | | wolf! |
| heavy objects, although most dogs are used for | | | | Have you ever wondered, "What are the differences |
| show or as pets. While this breed can pull hefty | | | | between the Alaskan Malamute and the Siberian |
| weight, they are generally not well suited for long | | | | Husky?" Well, first consider that the Malamute was |
| distance races, in which case, the Siberian Husky, | | | | bred to carry a heavy load, whereas the Siberian |
| Alaskan Husky or Eskimo Dog would be a better | | | | Husky was bred to carry a lighter load over a longer |
| choice, since they are breed for agility. | | | | distance. So naturally, Malamutes have a larger bone |
| Alaskan Malamutes are a very affectionate breed of | | | | structure, while Huskies are much smaller and more |
| dog that thrive on human companionship. Ideally, your | | | | agile. |
| pet will be able to come and go as it pleases through | | | | Mals have brown eyes only, whereas Huskies can |
| a doggie-door, having the freedom to lounge outside | | | | have blue, gray, brown, or a mix. Malamutes also |
| in the shade or be at the heart of human interaction | | | | have ears that sit further back on the skull, broader |
| on command. Speaking of "commands," Mals can be | | | | heads, bulkier muzzles, a sloped back (versus the |
| stubborn dogs if you don't take the time to train | | | | straight back of the Husky) and a waving plume tail |
| them when they're young. | | | | (rather than the traditionally trailing tail of the Husky). |
| Don't worry: they are intelligent and quick learners if | | | | The personalities of both breeds are very similar by |
| you use positive rewards. Be sure to let them know | | | | nature. |
| who's the "Alpha Dog" in your house early on! This | | | | If you like what you've read, then an Alaskan |
| breed gets bored easily and needs a lot of exercise. | | | | Malamute may be the ideal breed of dog for you! |
| Your Malamute may be a digger, so it's best to set | | | | They've got a little of everything, it seems. |
| up a shaded area where your dog can dig his paws | | | | If you're looking for a companion, rather than an |
| into the cool dirt if need be. If you're looking for a | | | | accessory, then you've made the right decision. You |
| guard dog, then forget it; this breed enjoys humans | | | | may not have a sled to pull, but if you have a strong |
| far too much! | | | | desire for an animal that can run, play, walk and |
| While the males are sometimes aggressive with other | | | | entertain, then the Mal can make the ideal pal! |
| males, Mals are said to be good family pets. If you | | | | Learn more about the alaskan malamute at Mike |
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| native Alaskan canine does not typically get along | | | | |