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14 Incredible Facts About Alaskan Malamutes You Won't Want to Forget

Published: May 3, 2022 by Alka Polischuk · This post may contain affiliate links

Aside from the fact that Alaskan Malamutes are known for their superior load-lifting ability. They are also perhaps the oldest breed of sled dog in the world. But there's more to them that you probably didn't know, and we'll talk about it in this article! Here are 14 incredible facts about Alaskan Malamutes that you won't want to forget.

#1 They need daily exercise
A Alaskan Malamute puppy sitting on top of the table
#2 They don’t bark much, but they are vocal and love to stretch their vocal cords and howl sometimes
An Alaskan Malamute puppy sitting on top of the grooming table
#3 They’re built to withstand cold temperatures
A Alaskan Malamute puppy lying down on the floor
#4 Alaskan malamutes were also used in World War II
A Alaskan Malamute lying on the pebbles by the beach
#5 They are endlessly helpful to their human friends
Woman with her Alaskan Malamute puppy and it as adult
#6 The reason why they don’t obey is that they get bored obeying the same commands over and over again
An Alaskan Malamute standing on the pavement next to a shiba inu at the park
#7 Some relatives of the Alaskan malamute you might recognize are the Samoyed, the Siberian husky, and even the Labrador
An Alaskan Malamute lying down on the wooden floor
#8 Being stubborn is another famous trait of the Alaskan Malamutes
An Alaskan Malamute lying on its bed
#9 The Alaskan malamute’s physical attributes include a broad head, fluffy and furry tail that spells thickness, and prodigious ears that are wide-set and large in structure
An Alaskan Malamute lying on the bed outdoors under the sun
#10 They’re credited with helping to open Alaska up for settlement and development by performing tasks like carrying mail and transporting supplies
An Alaskan Malamute sitting in front of the brick wall
#11 The anatomical structure of the malamute has a heavy and robust appearance
An Alaskan Malamute puppy sitting on the grass while yawning
#12 The Alaskan malamute is obtainable in colors and sizes that are in accordance with nature, making the breed all the more adoptable
An Alaskan Malamute at the park while panting with its tongue out on the side of its mouth
#13 Malamutes are predominantly blessed with subtle shades of gray with a black or white trim
An Alaskan Malamute eating icecream
#14 The task of training the Alaskan malamute could be a hard nut to crack. He learns new commands at his own pace. Be patient, for he would test just that!

An Alaskan Malamute in the lake

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