Alaskan Malamute
The Alaskan Malamute is a powerful northern sled dog built to haul heavy loads over long distances. Friendly and independent, it rarely barks but howls; it needs an experienced owner, plenty of exercise and firm training.
Weight
32–43 kg
Height at withers
58–71 cm
Life expectancy
10–14 years
Size
large
Activity
high
Shedding
high
Barking tendency
low
Apartment friendly
Not suited to an apartment: needs heavy exercise, cool weather and space; poor in the heat.
Care
Brush 2–3 times a week and daily while shedding. Needs long exercise (sledding, hiking); avoid heat; feed in portions and not right before exercise.
Health
Hip dysplasia, hereditary polyneuropathy, hypothyroidism, cataract, bloat, zinc-responsive dermatosis
Coat
Thick double coat with a dense undercoat, sheds heavily twice a year
Travel
Travels calmly after enough exercise; stop every 2–3 hours and never leave in a hot car. Protect from overheating: do not travel in the heat without air conditioning
Carrier size
An XL carrier or cargo-hold travel; exact dimensions depend on the individual dog
Harness size
Choose a harness by chest girth, usually 65–85 cm; try it on before buying
Leash
A strong 1.5–2 m leash and a Y- or H-style harness; retractable leashes are not recommended
Airline cabin travel
usually not
Hani Walk — walk tracking, a digital pet passport and vaccination reminders, always at hand in the app.