Alaskan Malamute
ChienGrandPoids 32–43 kgEspérance 10–14 ans
A power sled dog — take hip dysplasia and large-dog bloat (GDV) seriously; zinc-responsive skin disease is also common.
Tempérament : Strong and friendly, high energy, only moderately biddable
🩺 Maladies fréquentes et risques
Élevé
Hip dysplasia
Standard large-breed screening
Fréquent
Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV)
Large deep-chested risk — manage feeding
Fréquent
Zinc-responsive dermatosis
Crusty nose; common in northern breeds
À surveiller
Cataracts
Senior eye checks
📋 Dépistages conseillés et fréquence
- #1Hip X-rays (age 1-2)
- #2Eye exam (annual)
- #3Monthly weight monitoring
🍚 Nutrition
Two meals with 1 hour of rest after; protein and fat matched to heavy exercise.
🛁 Soins quotidiens
Long daily exercise is non-negotiable; the thick coat needs summer cooling; heavy shedding.
🔗 Pages de symptômes liées
Retching without producing anythingSwollen, tight abdomenHind-limb weakness / slippingReluctant to move, climb or jump
Les étiquettes mènent aux symptômes les plus caractéristiques de chaque maladie
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