ALASKAN MALAMUTE WORLD 101 (HEALTH PROBLEMS)

   
                 

        On the part 1 of  Alaskan Malamute 101, the appearance and living condition for that breed of dogs was discussed. For the second part; health problems will be the center of concentration. 

       

        Mostly, the common problems to these dogs is the destruction to their digestive system which causes their tummies to become bigger. In short, canine bloat occurs. The danger in it is stretching and the lack of blood to the stomach’s cells can cause cell death, or necrosis. What makes it even worse and more immediately serious is when the stomach actually “twists and turns” (known as Volvulus) at the top near the esophagus and at the bottom of the stomach at the pyloric valve.

       

         The dog goes into shock and then cardiac arrest. This can happen within several hours after the start of bloat. That is why , you must RUSH THE DOG IMMEDIATELY, to the vet or animal hospital.

       The factors that causes canine bloat to these dogs were not actually known by experts just like the veterinarians and some research scientist. Its because, when they tried to have an experiment, all of the results were not successful. But the scientists believe in some points.

       

         These causes in which they believed in includes the breed (especially the Alaskan Malamutes), the dog is deep-chested, malnutrition and being aggressive. But these were not totally explained and treated as a fact but a mere belief only. 

       

     Other common diseases of the malamutes is dysplasia and chondrodysplasia. These diseases were relating to the abnormalities in the passing of genetic materials of the adult malamutes  to their offspring. It affects the mutation which greatly disturb the genetic code of a dog which can unfortunately affect the physicalities of a malamute, especially the height.

      

      This is just a proof that an Alaskan malamute needs more tender attention, care which is bounded with love from us people who is responsible also on handling them. Eventhough they are just aniumals, but they have also the right to be treated from their illnesses and continue living happily in this world.

Alaskan Malamute World 101 (Introduction)

            Based on the breed standard of the American Kennel Club, Alaskan malamutes have the range of sizes of 23 inches for females and 25 inches for males. Female malamutes tend to be less heavy than males. The usual colors for this breed are gray and black, black and white, and solid white. With regards to their eyes, they have brown-shaded almond eyes. They have very thick coat of furs which protects them from extreme cold weather.According to the American Kennel Club breed standard, the  Malamute's tail is well furred and is carried over the back like a "waving plume". Corkscrew tails are occasionally seen but are faulted in the American Kennel Club  breed standard (a corkscrew tail is commonly seen in the Akita). They well-furred tails aid in keeping them warm when they curl up in the snow. They are often seen wrapping the tail around their nose and face, which presumably helps protect them against harsh weather such as blowing snow. Their ears are generally upright.

              Loyalty and intelligence are just two of what an Alaskan malamute famously have. They are sweeter and more affectionate to their masters. They are not suitable for guard purposes because they are so very friendly to humans. Sometimes they become as a form of destruction because they act immaturely as a puppy. With that they need to undergo training. Even though they are hard to train but they could be well-mannered because they love to please everybody. They are quiet and eat less. But always remember, proper socialization with people and other dogs is imperative and obedience training is highly recommended.

             Apartment life is a great no no for them. Its because they enjoy outdoors. With that, they need at leas yard to play in.  They like to roam in what he considers to be his territory. In hot climate, they need plenty of water and shade to survive because this breed of dogs are tend for cold climate.