Alaskan Malamute weight pull dog breed information, ancient pulling canine

General: The Alaskan Malamute is a powerful and substantially built dog with deep chest and a strong compact body with a thick, coarse guard coat of sufficient length to protect a dense, wooly undercoat that is 1 to 2 inches in depth when the dogs coat is full. It should stand well over the foot and in this stance it gives the appearance of Heavy interest and curiosity. The head should be broad with wedge-shaped ears that are erect when alert. The muzzle is bulky with only slight diminishing in width from base to the tip of the nose. It is not pointed or long, but not stubby. The Muzzle should be broad and long enough to warm cold air. The Malamute moves proudly with the head erect and eyes alert. Face markings are either a cap over head and rest of face solid color, grayish white and also a face marked with the appearance of a mask. Combinations are not unusual but are not bred for the trait. The tail is plumed and carried over the back like a plume waving to see in deep snow. Malamutes are usually wolfish gray or black and white. Their feet are "snowshoe" type with tight and deep toes. A well-cushioned pad gives a firm and compact appearance. Front legs are straight with big bone. Hind legs are broad and powerful and moderately bent at stifles. They should be without cow-hocks. The back is straight and gently sloping from shoulders to hips.

Origin: The Mahlemuts (Malamute) Eskimo tribe of Alaska USA.

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History: The Malamute is a member of the "Spitz" family. The name indicates its origin in Alaska. The Malamute name descends from the Eskimo tribe of the Mahlemuts. The natives and early settlers used them as draught animals. The Settlers that came to Alaska used the Malamute to pack and drag heavy loads, even Mail sometimes in conjunction with husky's.

Temperament: The Alaskan Malamute is an affectionate, friendly dog, not a "one-man" dog. He is a loyal, devoted companion, playful on invitation, but generally impressive by his dignity after maturity. Should be a friendly dog. He is a devoted companion and playful, but with a tendency to be aggressive toward other dogs.

Size: Malamutes range in Size from 70 to 125 pounds

Today's Uses: Toady you can still find the Malamute doing its original work as a draft worker. Many are used in the sport of weight pull and as devoted family pets.

weight pulling Alaskan Malamute

Alaskan Malamute "Luke"

Owned by Todd Sheehan

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