Are you looking for a leonine love? This big boy, 138 pounds of big boy, is appropriately named Simba for his looks AND his demeanor. He will remind you of Simba in Disney's Lion King. He is great with older respectful children, as any good king should be, and if they are not to his liking he simply dismisses them - by walking away. Like many a fickle Malamute royal he may be particular about which other canines may attend court with him but he is quite amenable to his human subjects needs. With true courtly manners he will quickly adapt to your rhythms - if you are in a mellow, relaxed mood he will be, too. And if you are in a playful mood he is right there to join the fun.

Like many of the kingly-type, he needs gentle wooing to achieve best results. Training is best accomplished with slow, gentle handling and coaxing rather than stern forcefulness, so typical of kings! He is house-trained and can walk up a ramp to his throne in an SUV or truck. However, he really prefers not to go for rides - walks are far more to his liking.

Oh, and if you do not believe he has got a little feline in him, this boy loves to watch cats, and will even follow them and bounce and play with them if they allow it. We can not guarantee cat safety with a malamute but this boy shows the potential to live with them peacefully.

Simba has not had the best life so far. Prior to his last owner he was kept in a backyard full of muck and filth. As a result he his sensitive feet that need to be watched but that hasn't stopped him from hiking with his foster mom! He has a thyroid condition that is easily managed with meds and prefers a simple, strict canine diet. Simba currently has a summer shave to deal with some skin issues but his coat is growing back. What he really needs is someone to love and care for him in the manner befitting a royal! Do you have the special canine kingdom Simba is looking for? If so, please fill out an application and we will schedule a home visit right away.

Simba is being cared for in Shoreline, WA.