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- AKC group
Working
- Size
Medium
- Height
50.5 to 60 cm
- Weight
15.5 to 28 kg
- Energy
High
- Energy notes
High. The Siberian was developed as an endurance sled dog, and the AKC describes it as an active, athletic dog that needs a lot of exercise and is happiest with a job to do.
- Trainability
Moderate
- Coat
A double coat of medium length, well furred but never so long that it hides the dog's clean outline.
- Origin
Siberia (Chukchi); U.S.A. per FCI
- Temperament
Both the AKC and FCI standards describe the Siberian as friendly and gentle, but also alert and outgoing, with an expression that is keen, interested and even mischievous. It does not show the possessive qualities of a guard dog, and it is not overly suspicious of strangers or aggressive with other dogs; some reserve and dignity may be expected in a mature dog.
- AKC group
Working
- Size
Large
- Height
~58–64 cm
- Weight
~34–39 kg
- Energy
High
- Energy notes
Stamina for hauling rather than speed. AKC's standard asks for a gait that is "steady, balanced, tireless and totally efficient" and says the breed "is not intended as a racing sled dog.
- Trainability
Moderate
- Coat
A thick, coarse guard coat, "never long and soft," over a dense, oily, woolly undercoat one to two inches deep (AKC).
- Origin
United States (Alaska)
- Temperament
AKC and FCI use the same words: "The Alaskan Malamute is an affectionate, friendly dog, not a 'one man' dog. He is a loyal, devoted companion, playful in invitation, but generally impressive by his dignity after maturity.
