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The Alaskan Malamute (/ ˈ m æ l ə ˌ m j uː t /) is a large breed of dog that was originally bred for its strength and endurance, to haul heavy freight as a sled dog. [2] It is similar to other arctic breeds such as the husky , the spitz , the Greenland Dog , Canadian Eskimo Dog , the Siberian Husky , and the Samoyed .
Coat: Thick double coat. Temperament: Friendly, playful, intelligent, loyal, devoted, ... “An Alaskan Malamute is definitely not a beginner’s dog or a breed for first-time dog owner,” says ...
The Samoyed tail is one of the breed's distinguishing features. Like the Alaskan Malamute, the tail is carried curled over the back; however, unlike the Alaskan Malamute, the Samoyed tail is held actually touching the back. It is not usually held in a tight curl, or held flag-like; it is usually carried lying over the back and to one side.
The Chihuahua [a] (or Spanish: Chihuahueño) is a Mexican breed of toy dog. It is named for the Mexican state of Chihuahua and is one of the smallest dog breeds in the world. [5] It is usually kept as a companion animal.
Tamaskan dogs are a dog breed from Finland that have been selectively bred to resemble a wolf or wolfdog. [citation needed] Although their exact origins are uncertain, these mixbreed dogs were primarily arctic breed crosses of Alaskan Husky, Alaskan Malamute, Canadian Eskimo Dog, German Shepherd, Labrador Husky, and Siberian Husky. [1]
The Siberian Husky is a breed of medium-sized working sled dog.The breed belongs to the Spitz genetic family. It is recognizable by its thickly furred double coat, erect triangular ears, and distinctive markings, and is smaller than the similar-looking Alaskan Malamute.
An Alaskan Malamute from Burlington, Washington. In late September 2008, the University of Washington announced an initiative to search for an appropriate name for its live mascot. A contest was launched online and fans were asked to submit their favorite name for the live Husky dog.
Lacy dogs are strong and fast, lightly built but proportional within the height-to-weight ratio. Height at the withers is from 43 to 56 cm (17 to 22 in). Dependent on height and general conditioning, weight should be approximately 11 to 20 kg (25 to 45 lb) for females and 16 to 25 kg (35 to 55 lb) for males. [1]