Alaskan Malamute

The Alaskan Malamute is a generally large breed of domestic dog (Canis lupus familiaris) originally bred for use as an Alaskan sled dog. It is sometimes mistaken for a Siberian Husky, but in fact is quite different in many ways.

Nicknames  : Maly
Country of origin : United States (Alaska) 

Coat : Thick, a double coat, with plush undercoat

Color : Gray, sable, black, or red, always with white, as well as all white

Litter size : 4-10 puppies

Life span : up to 14 years