Alaskan Malamute (16/20)

• Coat Type: Thick double coat to withstand extremely cold temperatures.
• Coat Length: Long.
• Coat Colors: Sable, black, copper, gray, and white.

Alaskan are one of the oldest dog breeds around. Their ancestors originally bred them to be sled dogs. Alaskan malamutes are often mistaken for huskies, but they are much heavier and taller.

Alaskan malamutes are perfect for athletic owners who live an active lifestyle and need a canine companion to keep up with. This breed tends to have high energy and needs loads of exercise as often as every day.