How long does a Husky Malamute Mix live?

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

Is a Husky Malamute Mix easy to train?

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

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Husky Malamute Mix

A Husky Malamute mix is a cross between a Siberian Husky and a Alaskan Malamute. Most grow into large dogs of 55–70 lb and live 11–14 years.

Siberian Husky, a purebred dog — Siberian HuskyPhoto: ShonMichaeli, 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.

Weight55–70 lbcan be 35–85 lb

Height22–24 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–14 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Husky Malamute Mix get?

Siberian Husky35–60 lb

The mix55–70 lb

Alaskan Malamute75–85 lb

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

Height runs 22–24 inches at the shoulder, against 20–23.5 in for the Siberian Husky 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

The Siberian Husky rates low and the Alaskan Malamute low; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Moderate

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Siberian Husky is usually described as loyal, mischievous, outgoing. 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.

Husky vs Malamute vs the mix

Trait	Siberian Husky	Husky Malamute Mix	Alaskan Malamute
Weight	35–60 lb	55–70 lb	75–85 lb
Height	20–23.5 in	22–24 in	23–25 in
Lifespan	12–14 yr	11–14 yr	10–14 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	moderate
Energy	high	high	high
Group	Working	mixed	Working

Questions about the Husky Malamute Mix

How big does a Husky Malamute Mix get?: Most grow to 55–70 pounds and 22–24 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 35–85 pounds.
How long does a Husky Malamute Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 11–14 years, the midpoint of the Siberian Husky (12–14 years) and the Alaskan Malamute (10–14 years).
Does a Husky 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 Husky Malamute Mix easy to train?: Trainability is low, 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.