Malamutes need a minimum of two hours of heavy exercise every day. This can be spent running and walking so they can let off steam. As well as this they'll also need extra playtime, free time in the garden and training to help keep their brains active too.
How do I exercise my Malamute?
Ok, it's the obvious one, but the most basic way to exercise your Alaskan Malamute is to slip on their harness and take them for a good old dog walk. There's no doubt that your Alaskan Malamute will jump with excitement as soon as they spot their lead, which is an obvious sign that this tried and tested method works.
Can you run with a Malamute?
10. Alaskan Malamute: Alaskan Malamutes are very strong and have tremendous endurance. They're not racing dogs—they were bred to carry large loads over long distances. They enjoy jogging and backpacking with their owners.
When can Malamutes start running?
Malamutes are allowed to participate in official canicross races from the age of 12 months. Canicross, as well as any other running activity, should never take place on an asphalt, pavement and rocky/edgy terrains, as the dog's feet will get injured.
Can Alaskan malamutes go off leash?
First of all, forget all the myths that Malamutes cannot be trained properly, should never be let off the leash, etc. The success of training a Malamute depends solely on understanding its instincts and psychology.
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