You should never leave your dog on their own for more than four hours but some Malamutes may not even be able to cope with this, so work with your individual dog to find out what they can manage without negatively affecting their wellbeing.
How long can a Alaskan Malamute be left alone?
Alone Time Malamutes don't relish being left alone, and will become destructive if you leave them for half a day or a full day. They can be alone for a few hours as long as they are well exercised beforehand.
Do Malamutes like to be alone?
The Alaskan Malamute has a strong pack instinct and, therefore, wants to be included as a part of the family and loves to be around you. She does not like being left alone for extended periods of time (no more than 3 or 4 hours).
Do Alaskan Malamutes have separation anxiety?
Alaskan Malamute's are prone to separation anxiety and tend to display associated howling and chewing behaviour. They need constant mental and physical stimulation. Being strongly independent and highly intelligent also means that they are difficult to house-train. They are not for novice dog-owners.
How many hours a day do Malamutes sleep?
The average can change from breed to breed but most adult dogs will sleep anywhere between 8 to 13.5 hours a day. Dogs spend a big part of their day either sleeping or relaxing. Apart from the fact that they experience much less REM sleep time than us, they are also balls of energy when they are active.
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