Overall the Husky and Malamute need very little grooming compared to other breeds, no trimming of hair is needed, just a regular brush to remove any dead hair. NEVER shave, strip or clip your Husky or Malamute close, unless required for medical reasons, or to tidy up the legs or belly of a longer-coated dog.
Do Alaskan Malamutes need haircuts?
The Alaskan Malamute has such a particular coat that being shaved or trimmed incorrectly can permanently affect how their coat grows back in. A "bad haircut" can end up destroying a Malamute's inherently beautiful coat, and it will never be the same.
Why shouldnt you shave a Malamute?
The act of shaving a Malamute or double-coated breed removes the dog's natural insulation and causes their system to kick into high gear. They'll now produce coat to protect themselves from extreme temperatures, sunburn and sharp objects.
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