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Alaskan Malamute: Appearance, Characteristics, Temperament & more...

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The breed was popular among miners needing sled dogs during the gold rush of the 1800s

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History and Popularity

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Characteristics

Height: 25 inches

Weight: 39 kg

Colour: Its thick coat is usually gray and white or black and white, the colours frequently forming a caplike or masklike marking on the head.

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Temperament

Alaskan malamute can have a high prey drive, due to his origins and breeding. This may also mean that sometimes this dog may chase even smaller animals like rabbits, cats, squirrels and other canines as well.

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Lifespan

The Alaskan Malamute, which has an average lifespan of 10 to 12 years.

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Litter size

The average litter size of Alaskan Malamutes is between 6 and 8 puppies.

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Are Alaskan Malamutes  Hypoallergenic?

Alaskan Malamute is not a hypoallergenic breed.

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