Sitka enjoying a walk on the river right after a fresh snow.
Mayah strikes a pose.
Coho climbing a big hill hiking in the mountains.
Chinook taking a break after chasing a ball around the yard.
Charlie looking pretty out in the hills.
A good question for every puppy lover to ask themselves before getting that new puppy is “does this breed fit into my lifestyle, do I have the facilities to care for and keep this new addition to the family safe, and am I willing to do what it takes to provide a loving environment”. For me nothing is better than a great big Alaskan Malamute, but this by no means makes them a good fit for someone else. Ask yourself what are your goals and does the breed you chose fit into this equation. The hope is to not only have your puppy fit into this complex equation, but to be the solution. The new puppy should make every day a little brighter making your life more rewarding. Just like individuals each breed has its own general tendencies and have many common traits that may or may not fit into your life cohesively. If you are unsure you have time for a puppy or are unwilling to make time for your furry friend than prevent some heartache and don’t get one at least yet. Alaskan malamutes are not like most dogs training and appropriately establishing pecking order while they are young is a big key to success. Malamutes can fit into almost any size of family and do well even with small children if done properly. Personally I think the most beautiful dogs in the world are the northern breeds especially the malamute, this is one reason I was drawn to them. They are also strong dogs capable of doing much in the line of hard work if properly trained which is appealing to many. Above all they are big loveable dogs who respect and adore their family when socialized properly. With all this good like with all dog breeds comes some possible negative right along like: endless fur when blowing fur, large dog with energy to burn, they love to dig, require more space than most breeds, and many more traits that can concern some. Life is empty without animals especially my big furballs so to me all of these traits are just part of life that my family and I are very happy to except, but for some may be a deal breaker. To make your venture successful get everything setup (yard/kennel/fence), learn about your breed, buy from a breeder that raises well mannered dogs in a loving environment, and possibly most important find a breeder who is willing to talk to you and be a resource as you move forward.
Some of the best dog’s I have had. However, they will outsmart the unprepared. So, be prepared!
I agree Scott they are some smart little devils and worth every second.