Malamutes Love
Beautiful and highly intelligent the Alaskan Malamute is strong willed and therefore requires a firm but loving hand. As such, they are not the breed for everyone or for every situation.
Socialization of pups from birth is essential, as is obedience training. Training a malamute can be a fun and rewarding experience. If you are willing to put the time and effort into doing so you will be rewarded with a faithful and loving companion dog who will be loved and welcomed by all.
and Need to Work
As working dogs Malamutes require a job to do – a purpose. Jobs for Malamutes can be fun.
First, work with them to train for basic obedience. Then go on to learn about Canine Good Citizen, Obedience Competition, Rally Obedience, Agility or Confirmation.
Hiking, packing and weight pull can be great exercise for Mals and Mal people. Winter sports such as sledding and skijoring are most fun! Mals love to work and these activities can be the start of a wonderful partnership between you and your dog.
First, work with them to train for basic obedience. Then go on to learn about Canine Good Citizen, Obedience Competition, Rally Obedience, Agility or Confirmation.
Hiking, packing and weight pull can be great exercise for Mals and Mal people. Winter sports such as sledding and skijoring are most fun! Mals love to work and these activities can be the start of a wonderful partnership between you and your dog.