IT’S SO FLUFFY
We interrupt this blog to warn you about the dangers of malamute ownership. I own one of these beasts, I rescued it from a life of abuse and neglect and don’t regret my decision for a second. However, these are not easy dogs to own. Yes they are fluffy, and that means they shed, constantly. In the spring and fall, a blizzard of hair follows this animal around my house.
For her size, (100 lbs, way above breed standards for an Alaskan Malamute, which many asshole breeders do intentionally) she is the most gentle animal I have ever known.
They may look like a wolf to you, but they are not. They are goofy, playful, often stubborn animals. Do not buy a malamute unless you are an experienced dog owner, and know what you’re getting into.
Get a rescue dog, and if you really want a malamute look for a breed specific rescue group in your area like Northern Lights.