The Alaskan Sled Dog, also known as the Alaskan Dog, is one of the oldest polar sled dogs, taking its name from a tribe of Eskimo Inuit called the Malamute. This tribe lives on the shores of western Alaska in a place called Kotzebue. Adult Alaskan dogs have a quiet, refined temperament and are very loyal to their owners. Alaskan sled dogs are strong, powerful, muscular and deep chested. When they stand, their heads are erect, their eyes are alert and curious, and they have the impression of being energetic and arrogant. The head is broad and the ears are triangular and remain erect when alert. The muzzle is large and tapers in width from the root to the tip of the nose, and the muzzle is neither long and prominent nor stubby. The coat is dense and the coat is long enough to protect the soft inner undercoat. The Alaskan Sheltie comes in a variety of colors, such as gray, black and white, and red and brown. It was bred for endurance rather than speed, as their primary use is to pull sleds. Alaskan dogs are very demanding of their environment.
