Working

Alaskan Malamute

Powerful freighting spitz; friendly and tough, thrives on heavy exercise and pull work.

Alaskan Malamute
Happy In Cold WeatherGood With KidsVery Playful
AKC

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Size
Large
Life
10-14 years
Group
Working
Origin
United States

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Reviewed 2026-04-13

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