History of the Alaskan Malamute

The Alaskan Malamute is often mistaken for a Husky. Other than both being an Arctic Breed, Malamutes and Huskies are very different. Malamutes are larger in size, are a stocky build, and are built for endurance and weight pulling. Malamutes are the oldest domestic dog breed, and are the closest descendants to wolves. Malamutes were used as babysitters while the Inuits hunted, they also aided in hunting and pulling sleds with supplies in the worst of weather and temperatures. Their double coats allow them to withstand below zero temperatures. They were used as rescue dogs in the Antarctic, and have been a part of history for thousands of years, helping people and aiding in hauling many different things in different historical eras (the Gold Rush in the 1800's) and many Countries. Malamutes are loyal, playful, confident, trustworthy, and have a temperament that is more laid back. Unlike Huskies, Malamutes never have blue eyes, their eyes range from a lighter amber color to a darker brown color. Huskies are more slim, and weigh much less than a Malamute. Malamutes are stocky, with a deep chest, broad shoulders, square head, triangle pointed ears and a fluffy tail. There are standard and giant Malamutes. Summit and Kenai are both considered Giant Alaskan Malamutes because of their physical size and weights. Malamutes prefer the colder temperatures, but they do well in all temperatures, as long as they have somewhere to keep cool. Malamutes have been able to stay true to their origins, and maintain their Ancestral roots to remain the oldest domestic dog breed. Make a Cider Creek Malamute part of your family today, you will fall in love with them just like we have!

Summit and Kenai became instant best friends from the moment she joined our pack. They have been inseparable ever since! 

     Summit and Kenai’s puppies will be the most well-rounded, beautiful puppies around with a variety of colors! We cannot wait to meet them!

 

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