14 Incredible Facts About Alaskan Malamutes You Won't Want to Forget

Aside from the fact that Alaskan Malamutes are known for their superior load-lifting ability. They are also perhaps the oldest breed of sled dog in the world. But there's more to them that you probably didn't know, and we'll talk about it in this article! Here are 14 incredible facts about Alaskan Malamutes that you won't want to forget.

#1 They need daily exercise

#2 They don’t bark much, but they are vocal and love to stretch their vocal cords and howl sometimes

#3 They’re built to withstand cold temperatures

#4 Alaskan malamutes were also used in World War II

#5 They are endlessly helpful to their human friends

#6 The reason why they don’t obey is that they get bored obeying the same commands over and over again

#7 Some relatives of the Alaskan malamute you might recognize are the Samoyed, the Siberian husky, and even the Labrador

#8 Being stubborn is another famous trait of the Alaskan Malamutes

#9 The Alaskan malamute’s physical attributes include a broad head, fluffy and furry tail that spells thickness, and prodigious ears that are wide-set and large in structure

#10 They’re credited with helping to open Alaska up for settlement and development by performing tasks like carrying mail and transporting supplies

#11 The anatomical structure of the malamute has a heavy and robust appearance

#12 The Alaskan malamute is obtainable in colors and sizes that are in accordance with nature, making the breed all the more adoptable

#13 Malamutes are predominantly blessed with subtle shades of gray with a black or white trim

#14 The task of training the Alaskan malamute could be a hard nut to crack. He learns new commands at his own pace. Be patient, for he would test just that!