How long does a Malamute Mastiff Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 8–12 years, the midpoint of the Alaskan Malamute (10–14 years) and the Mastiff (6–10 years).

Is a Malamute Mastiff 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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Malamute Mastiff Mix

A Malamute Mastiff mix is a cross between a Alaskan Malamute and a Mastiff. Most grow into giant dogs of 100–160 lb and live 8–12 years.

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

Mastiff, a purebred dog — MastiffPhoto: Pleple2000, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

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

Weight100–160 lbcan be 75–230 lb

Height25–28 inat the shoulder

Lifespan8–12 years

SizeGiant

How big does a Malamute Mastiff Mix get?

Alaskan Malamute75–85 lb

The mix100–160 lb

Mastiff120–230 lb

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

Height runs 25–28 inches at the shoulder, against 23–25 in for the Alaskan Malamute and 27.5–30 in for the Mastiff.

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

Moderate

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

Grooming

Very low to moderate

A weekly brush and the odd bath keep the coat in shape.

Temperament

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

Malamute vs Mastiff vs the mix

Trait	Alaskan Malamute	Malamute Mastiff Mix	Mastiff
Weight	75–85 lb	100–160 lb	120–230 lb
Height	23–25 in	25–28 in	27.5–30 in
Lifespan	10–14 yr	8–12 yr	6–10 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	low
Energy	high	high	moderate
Group	Working	mixed	Working

Questions about the Malamute Mastiff Mix

How big does a Malamute Mastiff Mix get?: Most grow to 100–160 pounds and 25–28 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 75–230 pounds.
How long does a Malamute Mastiff Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 8–12 years, the midpoint of the Alaskan Malamute (10–14 years) and the Mastiff (6–10 years).
Does a Malamute Mastiff 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 Malamute Mastiff Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Malamute mixes

Other Mastiff mixes

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