Alaskan Malamute

The Alaskan Malamute is a sled dog developed by the Malemiut people of Alaska, from whom it takes its name. It is a strongly built dog, with a broad head, erect ears, and a plume like tail carried over its back. Its thick coat is usually grey and white or black and white, the colours frequently forming a caplike or masklike marking on the head. The Alaskan Malamute stands about 58 to 63.5 cm tall at the withers and weighs 34 to 39 kg. Characteristically loyal and friendly, it has been used to haul freight on sleds and has served on expeditions to Antarctica.