For dog winter hardy outdoors then the Alaskan Malamute may be the one for you!

This breed, descended from wolves in the Arctic, has roots in Alaska, where it has been used by Alaskan Eskimos to pull sleds for over 2000 years. These hard-working dogs have great strength and endurance and have pulled sleds in many expeditions including Admiral Birth North Pole expeditions.

Weighing in at around 80 to 95 pounds (70 – 85 for women) and increasing from 24 to 26 inches (a few centimeters shorter for women), the Alaskan Malamute is in the general and part of the working group AKC. Alaskan Malamute have an average litter size of six pups. With good care can live to 15 years of age.

The sweet expression of these dogs almost always make the cutest puppies and adults become pretty sweet. Her disposition is as sweet as it looks and make loving pets, but a little tenacious. that have a thick layer on a solid well-built body. The ears are standing on a broad head and eyes are dark and almond. There may be some-eyed Alaskan Malamute blue, however, this is a defect that disqualify the dog in the show. The hair can be 1 to 3 inches long and comes in gray wolf, solid white, black and white red and red with a bottom layer of outer layer of gray. Many dogs have a dark mask and other dark marks and legs and muscles are usually white.

These dogs are loyal and affectionate, a great family pet and good with children. They are friendly with strangers but can not get along with small animals because they have a strong prey drive. They also may not get along with other dogs and early socialization and training are important now to raise a pet obedient.

Alaskan Malamute love the outdoors, especially in winter. Taking your Malamute on a winter walk or take it with you when snowshoeing or cross-country skiing is a real pleasure. They can be happy in a fenced yard, but I like being around their "package" so we need to be sure to spend much time with his dog, even if kept outside. this is an act of dog that needs lots of exercise and will do better with a big backyard. It is advisable to leave free run, as this race is run through its territory. They can withstand cold temperatures well, but in hot climates need to ensure that the dog does not overheat. Note that they are diggers and if not bury your fence a little under the land that will soon find a big hole and no dogs inside the fence.

This is a hardy breed with problems some health. They can have hip dysplasia like any other race and can be prone to dwarfism. Dogs are quite clean and almost odorless. are heavy shedders and toilet consist of brushing twice a week and an occasional dry shampoo.

Lee Dobbins is a dog lover who writes for http://www.dogbreeds123.com where you can learn more about dog care and dog breeds as well as see pictures of different breeds like the Alaskan Malamute.

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