List of U.S. state dogs - Wikipedia
Dog breeds are mostly affiliated with the states that they originated in. North Carolina chose the Plott Hound as it was the only dog breed indigenous to the state. [ 3 ] Other official state dogs also are indigenous to their state, including the Boston Terrier ( Massachusetts ) and the Alaskan Malamute ( Alaska ).
Alaska State Dog | Alaskan Malamute - State Symbols USA
The Alaskan Malamute was designated the official state dog of Alaska on April 18th, 2010, thanks to the efforts of students at Polaris K-12 School in Anchorage (guided by teachers Terry Powers, Jamie Rodriguez, and Carol Bartholomew).
Alaskan Malamute - Wikipedia
The Alaskan Malamute (/ ˈ m æ l ə ˌ m j uː t /) is a large breed of dog that was originally bred for its strength and endurance, to haul heavy freight as a sled dog. [2] It is similar to other arctic breeds such as the husky, the spitz, the Greenland Dog, Canadian Eskimo Dog, the Siberian Husky, and the Samoyed.
10 Facts About the Alaskan Malamute - Gray Line Alaska
2017年7月6日 · The Alaskan Malamute is the Alaska State Dog. Uncover the fascinating history of this cute and furry canine and learn 10 interesting facts about it.
The Story of State Dogs in America - Alaska Dog Works
Today we are talking all about state dogs. Did you know that 13 states here in the U.S. have an “official” state dog? Up first is our home state of Alaska. In 2007, a group of schoolchildren at Polaris K-12 school in Anchorage petitioned the state legislature to have the Alaskan Malamute named the official state dog of Alaska.
Alaska State Dog: Alaskan Malamute (Canis lupus familiaris)
The Alaskan Malamute is a generally large breed of domestic dog (Canis lupus familiaris) originally bred for use hauling heavy freight because of their strength and endurance, and later an Alaskan sled dog. They are related to other arctic breeds, like the Samoyed, the American Eskimo, and the Siberian Husky.
Official State Dogs of the US: 2024 List (With Pictures)
2024年9月5日 · From the Alaskan Malamute in Alaska to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever in Maryland, these furry friends bring a sense of pride and identity wherever they go! 1. Alaska: Alaskan Malamute. The...
Alaskan Malamute | Description, Temperament, & Facts | Britannica
2024年10月25日 · Alaskan Malamute, sled dog developed by the Malemiut people of Alaska, from whom it takes its name. The Alaskan Malamute is a strongly built dog, with a broad head, erect ears, and a plumelike tail carried over its back. Its thick coat is usually gray and white or black and white, the colours
Alaskan Malamute Dog Breed Information - American Kennel Club
An immensely strong, heavy-duty worker of spitz type, the Alaskan Malamute is an affectionate, loyal, and playful but dignified dog recognizable by his well-furred plumed tail carried over the...
How School Kids Helped The Malamute Become Alaska’s Official State Dog …
2022年2月9日 · After Representative Berta Gardner introduced House Bill 14 (HB14), which would recognize the Malamute as Alaska’s official state dog, students gave detailed testimony during every step of a...
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