How long does a Corgi Malamute Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 11–14 years, the midpoint of the Corgi (12–13 years) and the Alaskan Malamute (10–14 years).

Is a Corgi Malamute Mix easy to train?

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

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Corgi Malamute Mix

A Corgi Malamute mix is a cross between a Corgi and a Alaskan Malamute. Most grow into large dogs of 50–60 lb and live 11–14 years.

Corgi, a purebred dog — CorgiPhoto: Dog breed facts, 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.

Weight50–60 lbcan be 24–85 lb

Height16–18 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–14 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Corgi Malamute Mix get?

Corgi24–30 lb

The mix50–60 lb

Alaskan Malamute75–85 lb

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

Height runs 16–18 inches at the shoulder, against 10–12 in for the Corgi and 23–25 in for the Alaskan Malamute. The parents differ a lot in size, so litters vary more than usual. Breeders normally use the larger breed as the mother to keep whelping safe.

Figures are for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, the more common corgi.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

High

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

Moderate

The Corgi rates moderate and the Alaskan Malamute low; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Moderate

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Corgi is usually described as affectionate, smart, alert. 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.

Corgi vs Malamute vs the mix

Trait	Corgi	Corgi Malamute Mix	Alaskan Malamute
Weight	24–30 lb	50–60 lb	75–85 lb
Height	10–12 in	16–18 in	23–25 in
Lifespan	12–13 yr	11–14 yr	10–14 yr
Shedding	high	high	moderate
Energy	high	high	high
Group	Herding	mixed	Working

Questions about the Corgi Malamute Mix

How big does a Corgi Malamute Mix get?: Most grow to 50–60 pounds and 16–18 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 24–85 pounds.
How long does a Corgi Malamute Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 11–14 years, the midpoint of the Corgi (12–13 years) and the Alaskan Malamute (10–14 years).
Does a Corgi Malamute Mix shed?: Shedding is high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Corgi Malamute Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Corgi mixes

Other Malamute mixes

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