Your Malamute is prone to a form of skin infection called zinc-responsive dermatosis, in which he either isn't getting enough zinc in his diet or doesn't absorb it properly. Signs include red, hairless, crusting, scaling, or oozing skin around the mouth, chin, eyes, and ears or lesions on the foot pads and nose.
Do Alaskan Malamutes have allergies?
The Alaskan Malamute also has a biannual “blow coat” along with constant daily shedding, which can quickly affect kids with dog allergies.
Should Malamutes be bathed?
The Alaskan Malamute does require regular bathing and brushing. This bright and dignified dog can be bathed as frequently as weekly up to no longer than every 6 weeks. With this double coated breed, proper bathing and drying techniques lays the groundwork for achieving a beautiful coat and healthy skin.
How do you treat a funk coat?
This means there is no exact treatment for coat funk. Your veterinarian will start with the most common treatment; if your dog does not respond, then she will proceed to the next treatment to try and get a response. If your dog is intact, having them spayed or neutered is typically the first treatment suggested.
What is the life expectancy of a Malamute dog?
Alaskan Malamutes are a relatively healthy breed with an average lifespan of 12 years, but they can suffer from some common conditions like hip dysplasia, hypothyroidism, and bloat.
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