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