Of the three Artic breeds (Alaskan Malamutes, Samoyeds, and Siberian Huskies), the Alaskan Malamute is the largest. His strength and endurance are second to none.
The Alaskan Malamute is a pack animal with the natural instinct to "lead or be led". Therefore, training must begin early. Because he is independent and smart, he may be a little harder to train than other breeds, but don't be discouraged! He must be taken to doggy day care, puppy socialization classes, and obedience classes to name a few.... The more you do with a Malamute as a puppy, the better he is as an adult.
As a puppy, he is affectionate and full of life. Chewing is one of his bad habits; therefore, crate training is recommended when you are unable to supervise him indoors. He may argue about leash-breaking, but he is highly intelligent and will learn quickly, enjoying the camaraderie and exercise from daily walks. He must learn to relinquish his food and toys on command, but these lessons must be accomplished with fairness and patience.
As an adult, he is majestic and dignified, strong-willed and self-confident. You may find him to be more reserved with strangers. The Malamute loves children, but like all large dogs, should be supervised during interaction. He is unsuitable for guard work, although his size alone will discourage intruders. It is not unusual for a Malamute to become intolerant of other dogs of the same sex; therefore, caution must be exercised when introducing him to other canines, regardless of their size.
Malamutes cannot be allowed to grow up lacking controlled socialization with humans or animals. If so, he may become dominant over people he doesn't respect and aggressive with dogs and cats. A sensible combination of love, discipline, and hard work will result in a devoted, trustworthy companion.
References:
Born To Win....Patricia Craige
Juvenile Delinquent Dogs....Sue Brown MNM, CDBC, CPDT - KA
Solving the Mysteries of Breed Type....Richard G. Beauchamp
The Alaskan Malamute Yesterday and Today....Barbara A. Brooks and Sherry E. Wallis
The Art of Raising A Puppy....The Monks of New Skete
The New Complete Alaskan Malamute....Maxwell Riddle and Beth J. Harris
The Puppy Primer....Patricia B. Mcconnel, Ph.D. and Brenda Scidmore
This Is The Alaskan Malamute....Joan McDonald Brearley
The Alaskan Malamute is a pack animal with the natural instinct to "lead or be led". Therefore, training must begin early. Because he is independent and smart, he may be a little harder to train than other breeds, but don't be discouraged! He must be taken to doggy day care, puppy socialization classes, and obedience classes to name a few.... The more you do with a Malamute as a puppy, the better he is as an adult.
As a puppy, he is affectionate and full of life. Chewing is one of his bad habits; therefore, crate training is recommended when you are unable to supervise him indoors. He may argue about leash-breaking, but he is highly intelligent and will learn quickly, enjoying the camaraderie and exercise from daily walks. He must learn to relinquish his food and toys on command, but these lessons must be accomplished with fairness and patience.
As an adult, he is majestic and dignified, strong-willed and self-confident. You may find him to be more reserved with strangers. The Malamute loves children, but like all large dogs, should be supervised during interaction. He is unsuitable for guard work, although his size alone will discourage intruders. It is not unusual for a Malamute to become intolerant of other dogs of the same sex; therefore, caution must be exercised when introducing him to other canines, regardless of their size.
Malamutes cannot be allowed to grow up lacking controlled socialization with humans or animals. If so, he may become dominant over people he doesn't respect and aggressive with dogs and cats. A sensible combination of love, discipline, and hard work will result in a devoted, trustworthy companion.
References:
Born To Win....Patricia Craige
Juvenile Delinquent Dogs....Sue Brown MNM, CDBC, CPDT - KA
Solving the Mysteries of Breed Type....Richard G. Beauchamp
The Alaskan Malamute Yesterday and Today....Barbara A. Brooks and Sherry E. Wallis
The Art of Raising A Puppy....The Monks of New Skete
The New Complete Alaskan Malamute....Maxwell Riddle and Beth J. Harris
The Puppy Primer....Patricia B. Mcconnel, Ph.D. and Brenda Scidmore
This Is The Alaskan Malamute....Joan McDonald Brearley