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ALASKAN MALAMUTE General: Size: Large Height: 23-25 inches at the shoulder Typical Weight: 75 - 85 lbs. Coat: Double coated and longer in length Color: Light gray, intermediate black, sable or shadings of sable to red Movement: Rear End: Broad; heavily muscled Front End: Heavily boned and muscular Feet: Large, snowshoe shaped History: Name: Originated with a group of native Innuits known as the Mahlemiut Work Ethic: Freighting dogs, built with endurance Disposition: Affectionate, friendly, loyal, devoted companion, playful |
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SAMOYEDS General: Size: Medium Height: 19 - 23.5 inches at the shouder Typical Weight: 45 - 65 lbs. Coat: Double coated and short in length Color: Pure white, white and biscuit, cream, or all biscuit Movement: Rear End: Well-developed Front End: Long legs due to depth of the chest Feet: Large and flat History: Name: Derived from Siberian tribes Work Ethic: Energetic worker, used to herd reindeer Disposition: Intelligent, gentle, loyal, full of action, outgoing |
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SIBERIAN HUSKIES General: Size: Medium Height: 20 - 23.5 inches at the shoulder Typical Weight: 35 - 60 lbs. Coat: Double coated and medium in length Color: All colors from black to pure white with various markings Movement: Rear End: Well muscled and powerful Front End: Firm and well-developed Feet: Medium size and oval shaped History: Name: Developed by the Chukchi people of northeastern Siberia Work Ethic: Used to herd reindeer, full of endurance for pulling Disposition: Friendly, gentle, alert, outgoing, intelligent, good companion |
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Remember that all dogs that have the will to pull can be Sled Dogs, just as long as they are all about the same size. SOURCES: | |
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