Alaskan Malamute

A strong and sociable working dog built for endurance.

The Alaskan Malamute is a powerful Arctic breed originally used for hauling heavy loads. Friendly and affectionate, they are pack animals that thrive on companionship and activity.

Quick Facts

SizeLarge
Breed GroupWorking
Lifespan10–12 Years
Exercise NeedsMore than 2 hours per day
TrainabilityMalamutes are intelligent but independent and can be stubborn. Firm, consistent training from a young age is necessary, with a focus on positive reinforcement.
Grooming NeedsHigh
SheddingYes
Barking TendencyMedium
TemperamentAffectionate, playful, and sociable, Malamutes love being around people. They do well in active households and can be mischievous without proper guidance.

Available Alaskan Malamutes

8 dogs available
Barley, a 4 years old male Alaskan Malamute available for adoption from Dogs Trust in County Durham

Dogs Trust

Barley

County Durham
SexMale
Age4 years
BreedAlaskan Malamute

Are you right for Barley?Barley is a lovely, clever boy looking for patient owners who will help him build confidence and settle into home life. He can be a little anxious at times, so he’d love a calm, adult-only home where things are fairly predictable.He enjoys training and having something to do, so he’d suit people who are happy to spend time building a bond with him. Barley can be a bit cheeky and may try to steal the odd item, but he’s a smart lad who already knows a “drop” and is keen to learn more.Barley will need to be on lead and muzzled around people and dogs in public, and would benefit from some positive training around handling, especially for vet visits. A quieter home with secure spaces for off-lead exercise would suit him best.

Dakota And Tikani, a 5 years old female Alaskan Malamute X Siberian Husky available for adoption from Dogs Friends in Somerset

Dogs Friends

Dakota And Tikani

Somerset
SexFemale
Age5 years
BreedAlaskan Malamute X Siberian Husky

Background –Dakota and Takani have joined us after a sad change in circumstances meant their owner could no longer care for them.Character –These girls are a gorgeous pair that people have nothing but good things to say about. They gain comfort and confidence from being together and are the best of friends, playing happily together (even if they could do with a bit more spatial awareness when they do so!).Type of home –The girls are looking for a calm but active home – they love being outside. They haven’t previously lived with dogs but they are friendly with the dogs they meet, so they may be able to live in a home with other dogs. Whilst not tested with cats, they have never shared a home with felines, so we think they’d be best suited to a home without cats. When on lead, the girls can be very strong and excitable, so they will need a confident handler. Both girls have travelled well with us, although they do need some initial encouragement, and are used to being left for short periods. However, they do have typical husky vocals, so they may not be suited to noise-sensitive homes.The girls are residents at our Kennels between Cheddar and Wells and potential adopters will need to meet them here.Our catchment area for rehoming is Somerset and the local surrounding areas (such as Bristol, Bath, Weston Super Mare and Wiltshire).

Jojo, a 12 years old male Alaskan Malamute available for adoption from Mutts in Distress in Essex

Mutts in Distress

Jojo

Essex
SexMale
Age12 years
BreedAlaskan Malamute

Jojo is a very affectionate boy, who has alot of love to give to people. He'll be looking for a home with no other dogs/animals. He could potentially live with teenagers. Jojo is dog reactive but has made friends with calm bitches in the past after careful introductions. Jojo is a 12 Yr young. Husky/Malamute cross (been DNA tested), originally from Romania. Despite his age he is still very mobile, he loves to have a walk around with the volunteers and meet everyone he can. He's such a gorgeous boy!

Kiko, a 4 years old female Alaskan Malamute X German Shepherd available for adoption from Greenleaf Animal Rescue in West Yorkshire

Greenleaf Animal Rescue

Kiko

West Yorkshire
SexFemale
Age4 years
BreedAlaskan Malamute X German Shepherd

Kiko is a 4 year old female Alaskan Shepherd looking for her forever home. She is neutered and micro-chipped. She is fully house-trained. She will sometimes pull on the lead on walks. She barks at other dogs on the lead and is excited to greet them and can be overly playful with smaller dogs when off the lead. She has lived with and has been used to visiting children, but can jump up playfully. She enjoys naps and relaxing in the evening. Please enquire.

Malik, a 5 years old male Alaskan Malamute available for adoption from Paws Help in Staffordshire

Paws Help

Malik

Staffordshire
SexMale
Age5 years
BreedAlaskan Malamute

Malik is a 7,5-year-old Large gentleman, probably Malamute or cross, with a calm presence and a mind that seems to understand everything before you even speak. In foster, they call him “The Professor.” And it fits. There is something thoughtful, dignified and deeply intelligent about him. Highlights• SIZE: Large (59–60 cm / 45 kg)• SPAYED/NEUTERED: Yes• CHARACTER: Intelligent • Calm • Noble • Affectionate • Balanced• DOGS: Friendly with other dogs• CATS: Not tested• CHILDREN: Wonderful and delicate with everyone• HOME LIFE: Lives in a house, perfect on lead Rescue StoryMalik was found on a territory of abandoned factory. Lonely and not needed. He was taken to a municipal shelter/sterilisation centre. Under local rules, found dogs are sterilised, microchipped and vaccinated, then given just three weeks to find a home. If no one comes, they are released back onto the streets.Volunteers knew some dogs simply could not survive that cycle or when they are so kind natured, that it’s simply incredibly not fair. And he was saved before being returned to uncertainty. More About MalikMalik lives comfortably in a home environment and walks perfectly on lead. He greets new people immediately but without pressure — calm, polite, balanced.He seems to understand human emotions in a remarkable way. He adjusts himself to what is needed in the moment. If you want calm, he is calm. If you throw a ball, he can happily run after it (energy around 7/10), but he is not chaotic.He loves looking into people’s eyes, as if quietly reading them. There is real depth to him. Affectionate but not demanding. Steady. Grounded. Dignified.He is friendly with other dogs and social, yet mature enough not to be silly or overwhelming. Ideal HomeMalik would suit a family or individual looking for a loyal, intelligent companion rather than a high-maintenance youngster. He would thrive in a home in decent garden, where he is included in daily life, enjoys walks, companionship and calm structure.He brings stability. He brings warmth. He brings quiet wisdom. Malik is not just a dog. He is presence. He is understanding. He is that rare soul who feels like he has already lived many lives and now simply wants a peaceful one beside his person. Health InformationMalik is healthy, neutered, vaccinated and microchipped.All dogs are C.Brucella tested before travel (licensed laboratory test certificate provided).Name of pet you are interested inWebsite designed and provided by Go & Get Cyber Hype

Roxy, a Unknown old female Alaskan Malamute available for adoption from Doris Banham Dog Rescue in Nottinghamshire

Doris Banham Dog Rescue

Roxy

Nottinghamshire
SexFemale
AgeUnknown
BreedAlaskan Malamute

ROXY NEEDS SOMEONE TO LOVE - COULD THAT BE YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW?Roxy is a ‘big girl Malamute’ – she is good on the lead and likes to talk.Roxy was taken into our care due to some food guarding issues.Roxy requires a strictly adult only ‘Malamute breed savvy’ home (no children).‘Meet and greets’ with other dogs in the potential adopter’s household would need to take place to see if a bond is possible. Several visits to the kennels will be required, to build up a relationship of trust and confidence with Roxy.Roxy has not been cat tested.

Wallace, a 2 years old male German Shepherd x Alaskan Malamute available for adoption from Mayhew in Greater London

Mayhew

Wallace

Greater London
SexMale
Age2 years
BreedGerman Shepherd x Alaskan Malamute

Wonderful Wallace is a playful, intelligent and active boy, looking for an equally active owner. He likes to be outdoors and is inquisitive of his surroundings but can become overwhelmed at times and bark at things he’s unsure of, including sometimes strangers, so he will need an experienced and understanding person that will provide him with support and guidance when needed. He wears a muzzle out and about, purely as a safety precaution. However, Wallace is very affectionate with people he knows, he loves to lean in for attention and builds very strong bonds. He really enjoys his training and thrives off having a purpose. This handsome chap would suit owners that will have the time and patience to continue with his training and socialisation as well as providing plenty of mental stimulation to keep him busy. He will make an incredibly fun, loving and rewarding best friend in the right home.Wallace is looking for an active, all adult home. To help with his training, it would be ideal if he could find a home in a rural/semi-rural area. He can live in a flat as long as there is direct access to a private garden. He could potentially live with another well-matched dog, subject to a successful meet at Mayhew. His new owner will be expected to continue his training and socialisation and will receive three free 1:1 sessions with our Mayhew Animal Behaviourist to help guide them. Wallace has been neutered, microchipped and vaccinated and is up to date with flea and worm treatment. He has also been health checked and behaviourally assessed. Lastly, every dog adopted from us will go home with 4 weeks free pet insurance.If you are interested in adopting this animal please read the information below, including the ‘Other notes’ section, to check your circumstances match the needs of this animal. If they do, please take a look at our current rehoming process, and fill out an application form.There is a lot to consider before adopting a new family memberWe’ll send you an email whenever we add a new dog to our website