Аля́скинский маламу́т — порода ездовых собак аборигенного типа, предназначенная для работы в упряжке, одна из древнейших пород собак. Своим названием аляскинский маламут обязан племени малемиутов. Малемиуты — когда-то многочисленное эскимосское. Википедия
Is an Alaskan Malamute a medium size?
The Alaskan Malamute (/ˈmæləˌmjuːt/) is a large breed of dog that was originally bred for their strength and endurance to haul heavy freight as a sled dog and hound.
How big is a full grown Alaskan Malamute?
Males stand 25 inches high at the shoulder and should weigh about 85 pounds; females tend to stand 23 inches high and weigh about 75 pounds. However, it's not unusual for a well-muscled adult to top 100 pounds.
Is Alaskan Malamute a large breed?
Alaskan Malamutes are big, powerful active dogs that have been bred for their ability to pull heavy loads over long distances.
Are Malamutes bigger than huskies?
While they're both sizable dogs, the malamute is the larger of the two—by a lot. The American Kennel Association says the husky usually stands between 20 and 24 inches tall. Female huskies are usually smaller, and weigh between 35 and 50 pounds, with males weighing in from 45 to 60 pounds.
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