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Welcome to WAMAL Washington Alaskan Malamute Adoption League (WAMAL) was formed in 1998 by Cindy Neely to help with Malamute Rescue in Washington State and since then has expanded into Oregon. WAMAL rescues, rehabilitates and re-homes Malamutes (or Mal-enough-a-mutes!) who, through no fault of their own, find themselves without a home or in need of a new home. Serving the greater Northwest we are also part of a national rescue network, AMAL, that covers other areas of the US. WAMAL provides hope to families that must rehome their malamutes when life has taken a sharp detour; training support to those families desperately working to keep their 4-legged family members; works with shelters and takes into rescue strays and those pups needing an extra level of thoroughness in the adoption process; and, actively recruits adopters and foster homes. We are a 100% volunteer run, 501c.3 non-profit organization that is celebrating over 20 years! Our volunteers come from all walks of life and locations and WAMAL is only able to do what we do because of this generous and dedicated team of volunteers. They truly make it possible to save the lives of this gentle, stubborn, and loving working breed. WAMAL has rescued many hundreds of malamutes to date and each holds a place in our hearts. Highlighted Dogs
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KANGA thrives on adventure and would love an active adopter who will take him on adventures and give him plenty of play time!
Kanga is a loyal guy and will be a great companion for someone. He LOVES the snow in the winter and to swim in the summer. His number one favorite activity (even more than walks and treats) is going for car rides! He likes feeling the wind in his face through an open window (car surfing). Kanga is incredibly observant and curious.
Kanga’s comfort with people has grown significantly while in rescue. He does need a little time to build trust, but eventually he will follow you around and give you kisses! He is also quite affectionate and loyal to those he bonds with.
Kanga has excellent house manners and is happy to chill on his bed or lay beside you as you work. He has basic training and knows: sit, down, come, get it, stay, and release and is ready for the next level of training. He is very treat motivated and respon...read more about KANGA
Little Miss SHELBY is a sweetheart with a big smile and a nonstop tail wag! Based on her size, we expect she is a malamute and husky mix, bringing the best of both breeds. She knows basic commands, "sit", "down" and "wait" but could use further training. She is food motivated which will help when teaching her new commands and tricks. SHELBY is good on the leash and will enjoy joining you on all of your outdoor adventures. She is a loving, playful, active girl who generally does well with other dogs once they have established who is boss in the house (hint: it's her!).
SHELBY has food allergies that will require a special diet and lifetime of medication. Therefore, she needs a family that can afford her medications, special food and has the time to administrator them.
SHELBY would love for you to open up your home to her and she promises to not steal the co...read more about SHELBY
SUMMIT has a typical malamute personality. Independent, smart, playful, and affectionate, but only when he wants to be. He is crate trained, however, if he's left in the crate, for what he considers is too long, he will find a way out.
A large fenced yard for him to run zoomies and burn energy would be ideal. He also enjoys long daily walk where he can explore, but could use some practice on his leash training commands. After the walk, he loves to cuddle and relax with his humans.
SUMMIT gets very excited at seeing other dogs as he wants to play, but not all dogs appreciate his enthusiasm. It may be best that he is in an only dog family. Summit's furever family should have the time to spend with him and take him on many adventures.
Important - Please note.
This dog is being listed by WAMAL but is residing with its owner. While WAMAL has evaluated this dog in person any info we have listed here is i...read more about SUMMIT
NICOLE is an energetic girl who loves playing with toys and her sister, DAKOTA. When you first meet NICOLE she will run to greet you becase she loves to meet people, especially if she receives pets and attention. She would enjoy a nice yard to feel safe in, but is perfectly happy being indoors or going on car rides with you. She knows some commands like "sit", "lay" and "shake".
NICOLE and DAKOTA are a bonded pair and need to be adopted together. They both will excel in a furever home that will spoil them making them feel like princesses.
She is currently living at our Malley Valley resort, socializing with other dogs and our volunteers.
DAKOTA is a sweet girl who loves playing with toys and her sister, NICOLE. When you first meet DAKOTA she may be a little cautious but will warm up quickly because she also loves pets and attention. She would enjoy a nice yard to feel safe in, but is perfectly happy being indoors or going on car rides with you. She knows some commands like "sit", "lay" and "shake".
DAKOTA and NICOLE are a bonded pair and need to be adopted together. They both will excel in a furever home that will spoil them making them feel like princesses.
She is currently living at our Malley Valley resort, socializing with other dogs and our volunteers.
HADES is a sweet and gentle boy who thrives on attention from his humans. Don't let his looks fool you, he may look more like a German Shephard, but he has the personality of a Malamute!
Recently HADES lived in an apartment, but he prefers the quiet country life and is not used to the loud city experiences. He is Ok with several short walks each day, but a nice scenic walk or hike makes him very happy. A car ride with the windows cracked is always a great way to start an adventure.
HADES knows many commands. Basic commands like "sit", "down" and "stay". Loving commands "hug", "kiss" and "cuddle" and fun commands like "dance" and "go through" where he will run through your legs like a tunnel. He has a large vocabulary that you will enjoy playing with him for hours.
Despite his age, he still has a lot of puppy energy and does get along with larg...read more about HADES
SIRIUS also called "SI" is a very friendly and full of puppy energy. He loves to play, run and bounce around. He is a talker and wants to make sure his people hear his opinions.
As you can see from the photos, SI is a stunning red color and a large boy with the potential of becoming much larger. His parents were both over 160 pounds! Due to his size his future family should not have small children or small dogs. However, he would do great with other large dogs and be part of their pack.
SIRIUS is a highly intelligent and treat motivated. He knows many commands both in English and German; "sit", "stay", "come", "heel" and "off" are just a few. Of course, he is a typical Mal and will choose not to listen sometimes. But do not let him fool you. He hears you and knows better.
Ideally his furever home will have a large yard to play in and the time t...read more about SIRIUS
***In Foster and Not Available for Adoption Yet***
WINTER was found in the woods and wandering around on roads so we know little about her personality. She may be a mixed breed and estimated to be around 4 years old.
WINTER is currently in a foster home that has the patience, knowledge and time to help her learn to trust people and learn how much fun being a dog can be.
In the foster home she is being given encouragement, where she will be trained to walk on a leash, and slowly socialized with other people and dogs. Slowly WINTER's fosters will be able to bring out her true personality. Goofy? Diva? Sweetie? Maybe all of those traits and more!
Once it is determined that WINTER is ready for her furever home, we will announce she is ready to be adopted to enjoy the life she deserves.
In the meantime, if you can open your heart and home to other dogs who need ...read more about WINTER
ZEKE is a sweet boy who is happiest when he is hanging out with his humans. His craves a daily routine of walks, food, naps, play time, treats, more naps, exploring his yard, dinner and ready for bed by 7 pm. If he is not happy about something, he won't hestiate to tell you his thoughts with a few Whoo Whoos.
A home with a fenced yard for ZEKE to enjoy the sunshine, sniff the air and watch the neighborhood would be ideal. ZEKE knows many commands; sit, lay down, stay, come and load up are a few. He could easily learn more with a few treats to motivate him.
ZEKE does well with other large dogs, especially if they are female, and with older considerate children. He doesn't realize his size, therefore it is best he does not play with small dogs, or young children.
If you take ZEKE on an adventure in a car he will fuss and make some noise because he is not a big fan of car rides. But once he arrives at t...read more about ZEKE
DAISY
lives up to her name as a bright flower that's ready to bring sunshine to everyone's day! She is a spirited youngster ready to squirm into the center of your life (and the life of everyone you meet).
She loves to play, run zoomies and relax in her crate after she tuckers out.
DAISY knows many commands; sit, come, heel, down and stay. She likes treats and will be easy to train further. She enjoys taking walks where she can continue to improve her leash skills. When not on a walk DAISY would appreciate a big yard to run around in.
Playing with other large dogs is another favorite activity especially if there is a good game of chase. However, DAISY is selective about who she will play with, not all big dogs meet her standards and she does not appreciate small dogs.
DAISY will blossom in a family that will appreciate her cheerful spirit while giving her a chance to know that being lazy has its be...read more about DAISY
ABERDEEN who also comes to ABI is a sweet girl who loves her adult humans. She is friendly and enjoys pets, treats and just hanging out with people. ABI knows basic commands of sit, stay, come and down. She is smart and it would just take a few treats and being consistently worked with to learn more.
Currently, ABI is not walked much, but does enjoy to the chance to get out and explore on a leash. Being a typical malamute she does pull on the leash at first, especially if she sees a critter. Since she does not receive daily or long walks she will need to be eased into it and see how she does.
You can leave ABI home alone and she will nap while waiting for your return. However, do not leave any tasty snacks out on the counter because she cannot pass those up.
ABI prefers to be the only dog and Queen of the home. She especially does not like small dogs or other small animals. Young children are also not ideal, however she would...read more about ABERDEEN (Abi)
NANUK is an amazing young boy who loves everything. People, dogs, treats, toys, you name it he is eager to learn and appreciate life. He knows sit, down and go to bed and should easily learn other commands. He can walk on a leash, but needs more training to learn proper behavior.
Another dog in the family to be NANUK's buddy would be great because he loves playing chase and wrestling. The other dog should be able to match NANUK's energy and enjoy playing too. NANUK can easily jump over short fences and gates, so a home with a tall 6 foot fenced yard would be ideal and a great space to run zoomies.
Take NANUK to a river or lake and he will dive right in. He loves the water! When it is bath time he does not fight it and enjoys being brushed.
NANUK will settle right in to any family, making a great fur baby!
PIPPIN is an energetic, playful girl looking for a home that has the time to spend with her and help her grow into a mature adult lady.
As a pure bred Alaskan Malamute she shows all the breed characteristics, from sweet and cuddling to the stubborn "I don't hear you" attitude. PIPPIN enjoys being active with walks, hikes car rides to the river or meeting new friends.
Before PIPPIN's current owners adopted her she had no training or manners. They have been working with her on basic training and already seen great improvement. She is smart and should be able to improve even more with a little deadication.
Since PIPPIN is young everything is new to her which makes her a little shy. But once she is introduced to a dog or human, she warms up and enjoys playing with them. She has not had a lot of exposure to children yet, but due to her size and energy it appears she will do well with older, considerate kids.
...read more about PIPPIN
HAZEL is a stunning 1.5-year-old Alaskan Malamute with a big heart and an even bigger personality! HAZEL is a young, energetic pup who’s ready to find her forever family. True to her breed, she’s a loyal, loving companion who will thrive with an active family that can help her reach her full malamute potential.
Hazel is can be shy with people but has shown to be friendly with other dogs. She’s eager to learn and would benefit from a family that’s ready to provide her with consistent training and plenty of attention. Hazel’s love for life is contagious, and her future family will surely appreciate her sweet, playful spirit. If you’re looking for a loyal companion who will be by your side through thick and thin, Hazel is ready to meet you!
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If you would like to learn more about Ghost, please contact Forever Home Dog Rescue fhdrwa@gmail.com
My name is now Ghost previously I was named Balto, but due to my white fur Ghost seemed more appropriate
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My Story
Ghost is a sweet, playful and loving 2 year old, Malamute/Shepherd mix who is looking for his forever home! He is super friendly and happy and loves to play around outside with his people! He is a leaner and loves pets and attention too. Ghost walks well on leash but can get excited and pull at times. He is large, around 75-80lbs and will needs owners who can handle his size and strength.
Ghost does good with other dogs and came from a home where he lived with two other large dogs. No cats or small animals for him. He would do well with another large laid back dog in the home. And he would make a great adventure buddy!
Ghost is current on shots, neutered and microchipped. His adoption fee is $500.
L...read more about GHOST (Courtesy Listing)
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If you would like to learn more about TANGO please contact
Rachel Vaughn Grimm
at rackle810@gmail.com
Adopt Foxy and Tango
TANGO is searching for the perfect home with his bonded sister "Foxy" Foxtrot.
Tango has the typical husky personality. They do all the typical things huskies do, but at much less the intensity most huskies do. Breed familiar adopters are preferred, huskies are not for beginners but Tango and Foxy would be considered oddly well behaved for huskies. Tango and Foxy are incredibly affectionate and cuddly. Tango and Foxy lived with children their entire lives and do quite wonderfully with them. Above toddler age children would be best due to their size.
NO cats or small dogs.
Their exercise needs are relatively low, but they do prefer at least a small yard to lounge outside in. Foxy and Tango are crate trained as well.
They are insured through...read more about TANGO (Courtesy Listing)
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If you would like to learn more about FOXY please contact
Rachel Vaughn Grimm
at rackle810@gmail.com
Adopt Foxy and Tango
FOXY is searching for the perfect home with her bonded brother Tango
Foxtrot "Foxy" has
more mildly nervous herding breed type personality
They do all the typical things huskies do, but at much less the intensity most huskies do. Breed familiar adopters are preferred, huskies are not for beginners but Tango and Foxy would be considered oddly well behaved for huskies. Tango and Foxy are incredibly affectionate and cuddly. Tango and Foxy lived with children their entire lives and do quite wonderfully with them. Above toddler age children would be best due to their size.
NO cats or small dogs.
Their exercise needs are relatively low, but they do prefer at least a small yard to lounge outside in. Foxy and Tango are crate trained as well.
They are insu...read more about FOXTROT "FOXY" (Courtesy Listing)
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Abram is a big, sweet good-natured boy. He is
a pack dog, much more comfortable around dogs than people. He
walks well on leash [but like most dogs does pull when excited] however, when he sees other people while out on a walk, he becomes shy and hides behind his human. He has good recall with the people he trusts. We don't know if he is housetrained as he is being housed outdoors with other rescues. He is currently in a 6' fenced enclosure with dig guards. No food aggression with people or dogs. Abram is shy and it takes time to trust. Loves to hike in woods for a couple hours a day for exercise and rides well in the car. Northern-breed experience necessary, and no children cats or little dogs please.
If you are interested in giving this shy but sweet boy a forever home, visit
https://www.cruxrock.com/adoptable-pets/
IMPORTANT - P...read more about ABRAM (Courtesy Listing)
***In Foster and Not Available for Adoption Yet***
HUTCH is currently in a foster home that has patience and time to help him to trust people and become the great dog we know he can be. When he was at the rescue's kennels the environment was too overwhelming for a shy boy like HUTCH.
In the foster home he is being given encouragement, where he will be trained to walk on a leash, and slowly socialized with other people and dogs. Once he starts to come out of his shell we will know more about his personality and the type of dog he is meant to be.
After HUTCH has learned all the fun activities he can do with people and is ready for his furever home, we will announce he is ready for adoption.
In the meantime, if you can open your heart and home to other dogs who need fosters please contact Fosters@wamal.com to learn more.
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If you would like to learn more about ELDING please contact Raven Pridemoore or Jasmine Kelly at 509-948-5608 or 509-595-4222
ELDING is a 3 year old Alaskan Malamute/Husky mix. He is a high energy pup who will definitely need a family with a yard or who goes on lots of walks/runs. Due to his imposing size some dogs have not been nice to him, therefore causing him to be mistrustful of other dogs when they first meet. But once he does warm up to the new dog he loves to play and rough house with them. If he is able to burn that energy he is such a good cuddly house dog, but like others of his breed if he doesn't get it all out he can be destructive.
ELDING is crate trained and has a bed that he has made his won. He also comes with a slow feeder and a few bones that he loves.
IMPORTANT - Please Note:
ELDING is being listed as a courtesy. WAMAL has not evaluated this dog in person and any information we have listed here is...read more about ELDING (Courtesy Listing)
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Meet Max! This handsome feller is one of our newest furry friends here at the shelter!
He was brought to us as a stray and was unfortunately never reclaimed by an owner. Max is a
Malamute/Husky mix around 3 years old. Max is super sweet and lovable to people but we
aren't sure how he is with other dogs or cats just yet. He is quite the character, LOVES to talk and has quite the personality!
Max would make an excellent hiking or running partner. He can be an escape artist, so he would need a home with a fully fenced yard or maybe even a big enough dog kennel for him to stay in when no one is home to supervise him!
If you are interested in meeting Max, contact the Humane Society of the Ochocos today at shelterstaff@thehso.org
IMPORTANT - Please Note:
Max is being listed as a courtesy. WAMAL has not evaluated this dog in person and any information we have listed here is information provided by the current rescue. WAMAL ...read more about MAX (Courtesy Listing)
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If you would like to learn more about FOX please contact
NWSNOWDOGRESCUE@AOL.COM
OR
HOPE4HUSKIES@GMAIL.COM
Fox is a beautiful boy that is a malamute husky mix. He
is a great boy with a whole lotta love to give. He is a
gentle giant with a gentle soul.
A home with maybe 3 steps at max would be ideal. Fox has had a very rough start at life and we are sure that has lead to him not wanting to share bones, food, bed etc. Resource guards some. Over the months he also started to not get along(fight) with the male dogs in house one being a malamute but that is pretty much normal for a young mal. So Fox needs a female only or only dog home. No cats, livestock or small dogs. Kids over 8 years old that know boundaries! And folks that understand that and respect a dog and their cues.
Fence is mandatory and also a trainer ideal.
Fox was found in a haystack alone and in unimaginable pain with h...read more about FOX (Courtesy Listing)
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LOKI is an energetic young boy who loves attention, playing with toys and even will play fetch. He knows a few basic commands but could benefit from more training, which will be easy since he likes treat and is smart. LOKI would enjoy daily walks, exploring the neighborhood and adventures, however he will need more leash training.
An ideal furever home would have the time to spend with LOKI and an understanding of the northern breeds. LOKI may be known as the God of Mischief but he is also known as the God of Time. This pup will help you remember your past, enjoy your present and look forward to your future with him!
LOKI and his brother THOR were surrendered to the Humane Society of Skagit Valley where they are staff favorites. They are not considered a bonded pair and can be adopted separately. If you would like to learn more about LOKI please contact Humane Society of Skagit Valle...read more about LOKI (Courtesy Listing)
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THOR is a smart young boy who loves attention, playing with toys but will not play fetch. Like a typical Malanute he will watch the ball fly by but will not retrieve it. THOR also appreciates a good nap, just relaxing while his brother, LOKI runs around him. He knows a few basic commands but could benefit from more training, which will be easy since he likes treats. THOR would enjoy daily walks, exploring the neighborhood and adventures, however he will need to work on his leash skills.
An ideal furever home would have the time to spend with THOR and an understanding of the northern breeds. With a little encouragement THOR can be your God of Thunder and protector of humankind!
THOR and his brother LOKI were surrendered to the Humane Society of Skagit Valley where they are staff favorites.
They are not considered a bonded pair and can be adopted separately.
If you would ...read more about THOR (Courtesy Listing)
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If you would like to learn more about TITAN please contact kimkahl44@gmail.com.
TITAN is a Malamute and Wolf dog mix. He is shy around most strangers, but warms up more quickly to women than he does men. He can take a while to warm up to those he doesn’t know and he picks and chooses who he wants near him.
He is neutered and has shown his foster mom a high prey drive with small animals - cats, small dogs and chickens. He loves to play with a tug rope, but don’t leave it unattended unless you want to come back to shredded pieces. He loves to play as well, including stealing gloves off your hands. You will have a hard time getting them back, but he is learning "leave-it".
Titan is an escape artist personified. If he can get a foothold in the fencing, he can climb as high as 7 feet so a taller enclosure is a must, like 7.5 to 8 feet high. A dig barrier will be a must as ...read more about TITAN (Courtesy Listing)
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Kylo is a 90 lb teddy bear! This sweet boy went from living by a lake to now living in a 2 bedroom apartment. He loves to wander, explore and just “be where the people are”. He loves playing with other dogs (30+ pounds) and loves going for walks. His leash manners leave something to be desired but when on his head halter, he is so much easier.
Kylo is not good with cats and is a bit rough for small dogs. If you are interested in adopting this
handsome guy, please contact Pet Over Population Prevention (POPP) at 509-222-9538 or 509-303-9659 .
IMPORTANT - Please Note:
KYLO is being listed as a courtesy. WAMAL has not evaluated this dog in person and any information we have listed here is information provided by the current rescue. WAMAL cannot guarantee this information or take responsibility for any inaccurate information posted in this listing.
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Meet Roxy the rockstar! She's a siberian husky, approximately 2.5 years old.
In some ways Roxy is not your average husky: she's on the lazier side. She's happy to go for a walk or hike but isn't going to destroy your house if she doesn't meet her step quota. Roxy is also very social with other dogs her size and energy level! We like to say that Roxy makes an excellent "gorge dog" because she's so versatile for the area that we live in.
Roxy does have some typical husky traits: she sheds A LOT, be prepared for lots of brushing and hair explosions and she has a very high prey drive, so no kitties or small, fast-moving creatures.
If you're interested in meeting Roxy, please contact Hood River Adopt a Dog at Dog for adoption - Roxy, a Husky in Hood River, OR | Petfinder
IMPORTANT - Please Note:
ROXY is being listed as a courtesy. WAMAL has not evaluated this dog in person and any information we h...read more about ROXY (Courtesy Listing)
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If you would like to learn more about GABE please email bridgetdvolk@gmail.com or text 415-319-0308.
Gabe is a 6 year old Alaskan Malamute/ Husky mix. He is a gentle, loyal dog with
generally low energy. Gabe is being rehomed because he has been exhibiting severe
isolation anxiety, and I no longer have time to give him the attention he needs with busy
work and school schedules.
An ideal home would be with someone who works from
home or has multiple people living in their household. He is very well-mannered and
sweet when around humans, and spends much of his day napping. Gabe adores cats
but can sometimes be reactive and jealous toward other dogs. He would prefer to be
the only dog in the household, or live with a very easygoing dog of a similar size.
Gabe was severely neglected and not trained as a puppy. Since he began living with me
around age 2 he has overcome a lot of his anxiety and bad behavior, and enj...read more about GABE (Courtesy Listing)
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If you would like to learn more about TRAMP please contact Hope4huskies@gmail.com
Tramp continues to improve and is getting more cuddly, mainly because he is so jealous of the other dogs in the home he has to do what they do. He listens better than the standard husky. He is fully potty trained and using a dog door within a week which shows how smart he is.
Rain doesn't bother him and he keeps going out appropriately. On walks he is confident if we take the same route and if the big dogs are with him. He does get nervous on different routes if they aren't there.
He is smart and he is learning left, right, and straight to make walks easier. He already knows sit and down. The other dogs in the home have taught him to tell others "Hi," so he isn't too nervous about strangers. He even sits to put his harness on to go for walks because he thinks it is so exciting.
Tramp will ma...read more about TRAMP (Courtesy Listing)
*** In Foster and Not Available for Adoption Yet ***
MARVIN was recently transported from a shelter to one of our fosters where he is recovering from a broken leg and learning what a caring home feels like. While at the foster he will be taught to potty outside, how to walk on a leash, basic commands, and socialized with other animals and humans.
Currently we do not know much about MARVIN's personality other than he is a typical puppy full of energy one minute and exhausted the next. Once we have more information and when MARVIN is ready to be adopted to his furever home this post will be updated.
If you are interested in adopting MARVIN please complete our adoption application. If you can open your home to being a foster, email fosters@wamal.com for the details.
***In Foster and Not Available for Adoption Yet***
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If you would like to learn more about ROCKY please contact Lucky Dog Rescue at luckydog115@gmail.com
Rocky is a six year old, 80-pound Malamute Mix who is ready for his forever home! He is neutered and fully vetted. Rocky is a sweet boy who is eager to please! He enjoys training and knows some commands, including "sit" and "down." He is full of energy, loves to play, yet is also affectionate and loves snuggle time.
He is very exuberant and loves to meet people. Rocky needs an experienced dog owner; someone with knowledge of the Malamute or Husky breed would be beneficial. He would love a family that is very active so he can go on runs, hikes and more.
Rocky has lived in two different homes with other dogs. While he gets along with most dogs, he has been competitive with another "alpha" male in one of the homes which has led to few scuffles. He would likely do well with another d...read more about ROCKY (Courtesy Listing)
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