Alaskan Malamutes
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The Alaskan Malamute is perhaps the oldest breed of sled dogs in the world. Along with its extensive history, the wild and indomitable nature of the Alaskan Malamute has made it a breed of legendary proportions. There are many interesting facts about the Alaskan Malamute, and below you will find a list of things you probably did not know about this dog. [...]
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The Alaskan Malamute is most commonly known as the Arctic sled dog. It is the oldest breed of sled dog in the world today. It displays great power and build, making it a suitable breed for sled pulling. Its chest is deep and strong, and it has a body that is more muscular than most of the other breeds of dogs. If you live in the colder climates or regions and you need help in pulling loads, you will find the Alaskan Malamute a helpful companion. Of course, the fact that it is affectionate and loyal makes it very suitable as a family pet as well. [...]
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Since the Alaskan Malamute is mostly used as a sled dog, it is commonly known as a strong and hardworking dog. And truly, not many people would think that an Alaskan Malamute is an intelligent dog. But if you have an Alaskan Malamute, you will find out sooner or later that it has an almost insatiable need for mental stimulation, and you will probably have a hard time trying to keep it from feeling bored. [...]
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If you are planning to get an Alaskan Malamute, you should first realize that this dog is not a breed for everyone. With its superior intelligence and stubborn nature, an Alaskan Malamute is one dog that is very difficult to train and command. It is definitely not a suitable breed for first time dog owners. [...]
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The Alaskan Malamute is one of those breeds that has a double coat. The coat of an Alaskan Malamute comprises of the woolly undercoat and the longer guard hair. This double coat of fur serves as an insulator to protect it from extremely low temperatures. The outer guard coat is slightly oily, so that it can repel dirt, snow, and ice. On the other hand, the shorter undercoat protects it from the wind and the cold. [...]
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The Alaskan Malamute originated from the Arctic region. For many years, this breed of dog had relied on the common foods of the region, such as whale meat, salmon, seal meat, and halibut. Even in the resourceful world of today, such foods are hard to come by, and they are definitely not available in commercially prepared dog food. [...]
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One of the most important factors to consider when purchasing an Alaskan Malamute is housing. Alaskan Malamutes are pack-oriented, so they love to be part of the family. The best arrangement is to ensure that your dog can go in and out of your house anytime it desires. Installing a dog door will be the best solution for you and your Alaskan Malamute, and you will have to train it to enter and exit the house through the dog door. [...]
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Other than the red Alaskan Malamute, the pigmentation of the nose, lip, and eye rim of all other color coats of the breed is usually black. Brown is generally acceptable for the red Alaskan Malamute. However, one of the mysteries of the Alaskan Malamute is the phenomenon known as the "snow nose". [...]
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An Alaskan Malamute is intelligent, yet stubborn, which explains why it has a tendency to disobey orders. If you are planning to own an Alaskan Malamute, you may expect that training this breed of dog can be quite a challenge. While it is very adept at learning new things, it may or may not repeat what it has learned after some time because it tends to get tired of repetitions easily. The Alaskan malamute prefers new methods of training from time to time, and the owner has to constantly come up with new ideas to get it interested. [...]
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The Alaskan Malamute is considered the oldest breed of sled dog. It is a strong and courageous dog with phenomenal endurance, and it has served as a freighting dog for many years. Today, it is one of the favorite breeds among dog owners, and it is widely recognized around the world. Some of the major associations that recognize the Alaskan Malamute are the FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, NKC, NZKC, CKC, APRI, ACR and others. [...]
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Malamutes and Huskies are two very hardy breeds of dogs that have been developed to withstand horrifically cold temperatures and work in the most inhospitable climates and conditions. These wonderful dogs, though healthy and hardy, can have one major health problem and that is an inability to absorb and use the zinc in their diets. Some of the giant breeds such as the Great Dane may also have inherited problems in absorbing zinc, leading to long term zinc deficiencies that do not respond to typical feeding routines.
Zinc deficiency can also occur in dogs that are not fed enough meat in their diet or are fed a mostly vegetarian diet. In some cheap types of foods the zinc may be bound in unusable forms to the dog and therefore is just the same as not having it in the diet at all. [...]
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When people are considering what breed of dog to get they often consider several factors. Most people choose a dog breed for emotional reasons, they love the physical appearance, they think the dog is very smart, or they have a friend who has a dog of the same breed that is absolutely adorable and well-trained. People may also choose a dog for size, coat type or even popularity. Many people don't actually research the breed they are considering, and many find out that quiet, adorable, tiny little puppy has turned into a massive ball of energy that seems to have no off switch. [...]
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Although directly related to our beloved domestic dogs, coyotes, wolves and foxes are truly wild animals that are not suitable for domestication. While there are people that have had pets of these animals, this is really the exception to the rule. However, understanding the natural behavior of wolves, coyotes and foxes can provide some insight into why domestic dogs behave the way they do and how they have changed from their earliest ancestors. [...]
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There is something absolutely magnificent about the regal, noble and very beautiful wild wolf. In most of North American and Europe the wolf is known as the timber wolf or the gray wolf and is a true wild species, not a feral animal that was once domesticate and has returned to a wild state.
Wolfdogs or wolf hybrids can be defined in different areas based on their heritage and ancestory. Most rescues and animal agencies consider a wolfdog to be any animal that has a wolf or wolf hybrid in the last five generations. This is most commonly used in the United States where the largest number of wolfdogs are found. It is estimate that there are between 300,000 and 500,000 of these dogs currently in the country, with the larger number using the 5 generation criteria for classification. [...]
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There are several different breeds that fall into the category of sled dogs. It is interesting to note that many of the spitz types of dogs, while not traditionally used solely as sled dogs can make perfect racing and working sled dogs. It seems that a lot of the characteristics within these types are the same, and they all have the stamina, endurance and love of work that makes them a perfect match for this type of activity. [...]
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