There is no such thing as a 'giant malamute.' All malamutes go back to the same foundational stock. To get the larger size, breeding pairs are selected based on size rather than fundamentally important qualities such as health, structure, type, and temperament.
Is there a difference between a Malamute and a giant malamute?
The Giant Alaskan Malamute is not a separate breed, but rather an oversized version of the standard Alaskan Malamute. They have been selectively bred for the biggest puppies possible, and in fact, many purist breeders criticize the practice because they want to preserve the breed standard.
Are there different types of Malamutes?
There were more dogs whose owners claimed that they are Alaskan Malamutes but this dogs were not be registered in AKC. For example M'Loot malamutes and Hinman-Irwin malamutes. Those three types of dogs are the basic of breed Alaskan Malamute.
What is the biggest Alaskan Malamute?
Fun fact: Currently, the biggest Alaskan Malamute is named Tyson, and he lives in Richmond. He's a 3-year-old Mal with a body length of 63 inches (160 cm) and a weight of 150 pounds (68 kg). Because of their massive size and energy level, they don't do well in condos or apartments.
What is a king Malamute?
The King Shepherd is a combination of several possible breeds but must include the German Shepherd. Most often, they are blended with the Alaskan Malamute and/or Great Pyrenees, and some older lines trace back to the Akita. Even though they might have an intimidating size, they're affectionate and loving.
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