How long does a Rottweiler Malamute Mix live?

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

Is a Rottweiler 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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Rottweiler Malamute Mix

A Rottweiler Malamute mix is a cross between a Rottweiler and a Alaskan Malamute. Most grow into giant dogs of 80–110 lb and live 10–12 years.

Rottweiler, a purebred dog — RottweilerPhoto: Томасина, 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.

Weight80–110 lbcan be 75–135 lb

Height22–26 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–12 years

SizeGiant

How big does a Rottweiler Malamute Mix get?

Rottweiler80–135 lb

The mix80–110 lb

Alaskan Malamute75–85 lb

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

Height runs 22–26 inches at the shoulder, against 22–27 in for the Rottweiler 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

Moderate

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

Grooming

Moderate

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Rottweiler is usually described as loyal, loving, confident guardian. 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.

Rottweiler vs Malamute vs the mix

Trait	Rottweiler	Rottweiler Malamute Mix	Alaskan Malamute
Weight	80–135 lb	80–110 lb	75–85 lb
Height	22–27 in	22–26 in	23–25 in
Lifespan	9–10 yr	10–12 yr	10–14 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	moderate
Energy	moderate	high	high
Group	Working	mixed	Working

Questions about the Rottweiler Malamute Mix

How big does a Rottweiler Malamute Mix get?: Most grow to 80–110 pounds and 22–26 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 75–135 pounds.
How long does a Rottweiler Malamute Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Rottweiler (9–10 years) and the Alaskan Malamute (10–14 years).
Does a Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler Malamute Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Rottweiler mixes

Other Malamute mixes

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