How long does a Pomeranian Malamute Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 11–15 years, the midpoint of the Pomeranian (12–16 years) and the Alaskan Malamute (10–14 years).

Is a Pomeranian 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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Pomeranian Malamute Mix

A Pomeranian Malamute mix is a cross between a Pomeranian and a Alaskan Malamute. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 40–45 lb and live 11–15 years.

Pomeranian, a purebred dog — PomeranianPhoto: Novoklimov, CC0, 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.

Weight40–45 lbcan be 3–85 lb

Height14–16 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–15 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Pomeranian Malamute Mix get?

Pomeranian3–7 lb

The mix40–45 lb

Alaskan Malamute75–85 lb

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

Height runs 14–16 inches at the shoulder, against 6–7 in for the Pomeranian 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.

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

Grooming

Moderate

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Pomeranian is usually described as inquisitive, bold, lively. 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.

Pomeranian vs Malamute vs the mix

Trait	Pomeranian	Pomeranian Malamute Mix	Alaskan Malamute
Weight	3–7 lb	40–45 lb	75–85 lb
Height	6–7 in	14–16 in	23–25 in
Lifespan	12–16 yr	11–15 yr	10–14 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	moderate
Energy	moderate	high	high
Group	Toy	mixed	Working

Questions about the Pomeranian Malamute Mix

How big does a Pomeranian Malamute Mix get?: Most grow to 40–45 pounds and 14–16 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 3–85 pounds.
How long does a Pomeranian Malamute Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 11–15 years, the midpoint of the Pomeranian (12–16 years) and the Alaskan Malamute (10–14 years).
Does a Pomeranian 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 Pomeranian Malamute Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Pomeranian mixes

Other Malamute mixes

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