Alaskan Malamute dogs can vary in size, males are typically larger than females. The “ideal” sizes according to the AKC official standard are 23 inches tall at the shoulder and 75 pounds for females and 25 inches tall at the shoulder and 85 pounds for males.
Are male or female Malamutes better?
Both make very good pets as well as house dogs. The sex of the dog is really down to your preference. Both sexes are easily house trained, although males do tend to mark their territory. Females that have not been spayed will have two Heat Cycles per year, which can be a problem as a house dog.
How big do female Malamutes get?
Males stand 25 inches high at the shoulder and should weigh about 85 pounds; females tend to stand 23 inches high and weigh about 75 pounds. However, it's not unusual for a well-muscled adult to top 100 pounds.
Why are some Malamutes so big?
They are selectively bred by mating the largest Malamute puppies to produce a dog that far exceeds the 100 pounds in their breed standard. Breeders took the largest Malamute puppies and started breeding them to develop this giant bloodline.
Are all Malamutes giant?
Either way, they are much larger than standard Malamutes, which only reach weights of up to 85 pounds. Giant Malamutes are typically in excess of 100 pounds and often reach up to 150 pounds. ... Giant Alaskan Malamute.Height:25-35 inchesTemperament:Intelligent, affectionate, devoted, loyal, playful, friendly, dignified, outgoing
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