Alaskan malamutes are playful, loveable dogs with outgoing dispositions. Like huskies, they are friendly with everyone, including strangers. Like huskies, they're also pack animals so they like to be included in all the family activities.
Are Alaskan Malamutes cuddly?
The Alaskan Malamute temperament is loyal, intelligent and Independent. This cuddly big dog adores his master and is friendly with people in general.
Do Malamutes like kids?
Alaskan Malamutes are generally “gentle giants” who love and protect their family members. They are not usually aggressive to people at all, and actually, although large and commanding in physical presence, do not make good guard dogs as they are so friendly and good-natured.
Can Alaskan Malamutes be lazy?
When Alaskan Malamutes are bored they can appear lazy or disinterested. If your Alaskan Malamute isn't showing interest in their favourite game or toy, it means something's wrong. Similarly, if they're barking or whining, it means that they want some attention and are letting you know as best they can.
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.
