How long does a Poodle Malamute Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–16 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Alaskan Malamute (10–14 years).

Is a Poodle Malamute Mix easy to train?

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

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Poodle Malamute Mix

A Poodle Malamute mix is a cross between a Poodle and a Alaskan Malamute. Most grow into large dogs of 60–80 lb and live 10–16 years.

Poodle, a purebred dog — PoodlePhoto: UszkarFoto92, 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.

Weight60–80 lbcan be 40–85 lb

Height20–24 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–16 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Poodle Malamute Mix get?

Standard Poodle40–70 lb

The mix60–80 lb

Alaskan Malamute75–85 lb

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

Height runs 20–24 inches at the shoulder, against 18–24 in for the Standard Poodle and 23–25 in for the Alaskan Malamute.

Size figures assume a Standard Poodle parent, the size closest to the Alaskan Malamute. A different poodle size moves the whole range.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low to moderate

Poodle has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.

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 very high

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

Grooming

Moderate to very high

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Poodle is usually described as active, proud, very smart. 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.

Poodle vs Malamute vs the mix

Trait	Standard Poodle	Poodle Malamute Mix	Alaskan Malamute
Weight	40–70 lb	60–80 lb	75–85 lb
Height	18–24 in	20–24 in	23–25 in
Lifespan	10–18 yr	10–16 yr	10–14 yr
Shedding	very low	very low to moderate	moderate
Energy	moderate	high	high
Group	Non-Sporting	mixed	Working

Questions about the Poodle Malamute Mix

How big does a Poodle Malamute Mix get?: Most grow to 60–80 pounds and 20–24 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 40–85 pounds.
How long does a Poodle Malamute Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–16 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Alaskan Malamute (10–14 years).
Does a Poodle Malamute Mix shed?: Shedding is very low to moderate. Poodle has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.
Is a Poodle Malamute Mix easy to train?: Trainability is low to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Poodle mixes

Other Malamute mixes

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