How long does a Malamute Newfoundland Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Alaskan Malamute (10–14 years) and the Newfoundland (9–10 years).

Is a Malamute Newfoundland Mix easy to train?

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

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Malamute Newfoundland Mix

A Malamute Newfoundland mix is a cross between a Alaskan Malamute and a Newfoundland. Most grow into giant dogs of 90–120 lb and live 10–12 years.

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

Newfoundland, a purebred dog — NewfoundlandPhoto: Hartmann Linge, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

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

Weight90–120 lbcan be 75–150 lb

Height24–26 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–12 years

SizeGiant

How big does a Malamute Newfoundland Mix get?

Alaskan Malamute75–85 lb

The mix90–120 lb

Newfoundland100–150 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Malamute Newfoundland 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 23–25 in for the Alaskan Malamute and 26–28 in for the Newfoundland.

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 high

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

Grooming

Moderate

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Alaskan Malamute is usually described as affectionate, loyal, playful. The Newfoundland as sweet, patient, devoted. 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 Newfoundland vs the mix

Trait	Alaskan Malamute	Malamute Newfoundland Mix	Newfoundland
Weight	75–85 lb	90–120 lb	100–150 lb
Height	23–25 in	24–26 in	26–28 in
Lifespan	10–14 yr	10–12 yr	9–10 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	moderate
Energy	high	high	moderate
Group	Working	mixed	Working

Questions about the Malamute Newfoundland Mix

How big does a Malamute Newfoundland Mix get?: Most grow to 90–120 pounds and 24–26 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 75–150 pounds.
How long does a Malamute Newfoundland Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Alaskan Malamute (10–14 years) and the Newfoundland (9–10 years).
Does a Malamute Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland Mix easy to train?: Trainability is low to high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Malamute mixes

Other Newfoundland mixes

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