How long does a Akita Malamute Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–14 years, the midpoint of the Akita (10–13 years) and the Alaskan Malamute (10–14 years).

Is a Akita Malamute Mix easy to train?

Trainability is low to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Akita Malamute Mix

A Akita Malamute mix is a cross between a Akita and a Alaskan Malamute. Most grow into large dogs of 70–110 lb and live 10–14 years.

Akita, a purebred dog — AkitaPhoto: TsutsuiKennel, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

Alaskan Malamute, a purebred dog — Alaskan MalamutePhoto: SCMW, CC BY 3.0, source

Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.

Weight70–110 lbcan be 70–130 lb

Height24–26 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–14 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Akita Malamute Mix get?

Akita70–130 lb

The mix70–110 lb

Alaskan Malamute75–85 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Akita Malamute Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.

Height runs 24–26 inches at the shoulder, against 24–28 in for the Akita and 23–25 in for the Alaskan Malamute.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Moderate

Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.

Energy

High

Plan on long daily walks plus real exercise, such as running, fetch or a sport. A yard alone will not tire this dog out.

Trainability

Low to very high

The Akita rates very high and the Alaskan Malamute low; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

High

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Akita is usually described as courageous, dignified, profoundly loyal. The Alaskan Malamute as affectionate, loyal, playful. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Akita vs Malamute vs the mix

Trait	Akita	Akita Malamute Mix	Alaskan Malamute
Weight	70–130 lb	70–110 lb	75–85 lb
Height	24–28 in	24–26 in	23–25 in
Lifespan	10–13 yr	10–14 yr	10–14 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	moderate
Energy	high	high	high
Group	Working	mixed	Working

Questions about the Akita Malamute Mix

How big does a Akita Malamute Mix get?: Most grow to 70–110 pounds and 24–26 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 70–130 pounds.
How long does a Akita Malamute Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–14 years, the midpoint of the Akita (10–13 years) and the Alaskan Malamute (10–14 years).
Does a Akita Malamute Mix shed?: Shedding is moderate. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Akita Malamute Mix easy to train?: Trainability is low to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.