Alaskan Malamutes are high-energy dogs, and therefore require vigorous exercise. If you plan to leave them home while you're at work, you may see some anxious, destructive behavior.
Are Malamutes calmer than huskies?
The Alaskan Malamute is calmer indoors than the Siberian Husky. The Siberian Husky is more sociable compared to other dogs.
Are Malamutes as energetic as huskies?
The Siberian Husky Is More Energetic The Malamute and Husky were both bred to work. They both were even bred for the same type of work; sled pulling! These dogs would pull sleds through the snow and artic climates as a means of transportation for goods and people.
Are Malamutes hard to train?
Alaskan Malamutes are very challenging to train and live with. Without sufficient exercise and challenging things to do, Malamutes become rambunctious and bored, which they usually express by chronic howling and destructive chewing.
Are Malamutes mellow?
Alaskan Malamutes may look like lone wolves, but they could not be more fun, playful and friendly. They love to goof around, play games and be rowdy (in a pleasant way, of course). As Alaskan Malamutes mature they do become more mellow and easygoing, but they never really lose touch with their inner-puppy.
