The Malamute is part of the northern breeds and the working class within the AKC groups. Malamutes were used by the Indian tribe known as the Mahlemuts in western Alaska. These dogs were highly valued for their ability to pull very heavy loads across the severe arctic terrain.
Malamutes make wonderful, intelligent companions.
They are not, however, good watchdogs. Malamutes are very intelligent although sometimes difficult to train. The adult Malamute is a heavy boned dog with a deep chest. Much larger Malamutes are not uncommon though. Their heads are wedge shaped with prick ears.