Jan 30, 2015 a malamute can be very predatory towards smaller animals that it may regard as prey. Alaskan malamutes have history of deadly attacks winnipeg. It contains 22 chapters, which categorize names according to look sizecolor, personality, breed origins, and popcultural references. This is mostly as they are extremely intelligent and therefore are a real challenge to train. How to train an alaskan malamute dog training based in salt. Two breederjudges look at the standard, the breeds versatile nature, care, training, breeding, and much more. Hi, i need advice on training my malamute, i want to train my malamute to recall. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The training can start with showing how to perform a command with a treat, but after that, treats should be kept in a pocket for a while. This is generally a healthy dog breed, but it is prone to hip dysplasia and gastric dilatation volvulus. The alaskan malamute is from alaska and as you probably guessed, it was used with sleds. While it can look quite calm and composed, it may suddenly spring to action.
Alaskan shepherds require firm training from an early age, but can be great pets for families that. Without proper training, an alaskan malamute might become prone to biting and other aggressive behavior. An alaskan malamute competes in the westminster kennel club dog show. I know that malamutes are calm friendly dogs but they say that any dog can be trained to be a guard attack dog. We have found that training is best kept to 1520 minutes in length, but, that training sessions may take place as often as you have time. The alaskan malamute is a strongly built dog, with a broad head, erect ears, and a plumelike tail carried over its back. Here is a list of trainingbehavior books recommended by the alaskan malamute club of america. They are very careful with people they do not know, but will never attack first. In the mid1970s the alaskan malamute club of america developing a working dog certification program to encourage people to work their dogs. Only when cruel and extreme training methods were used would they attack a. It is informative in an educational context as well as a useful tool for personalizing a new household malamute. Gentle giant alaskan malamute playing with 8 weeks old alaskan. Alaskan malamute training secrets how to train a alaskan. Choosing an obedience instructor that fills your needs for malamute owners.
The life expectancy of the alaskan malamute is usually between and 16 years. He thinks, why do you want me to do things that can get me killed in the dog. Now my alaskan malamute obeys me, training her is easy. Mar 17, 2014 alaskan malamutes have history of deadly attacks. Obedience training your alaskan malamute obedience malamutes have often been said to be difficult to train. Cinnabars agility journal weight pull training malamute memories by dr.
The alaskan malamute, a natural hunting dog, is not usually successful as a farm. Training classes and books about dog training and behaviour are. Find alaskan malamute books for sale at free dog listings. Firsthand stories about alaskan malamutes and the funny things they do the unique experience of living with alaskan malamute dogs, breeding, health, personality, training and funny real life stories. It is far wiser, if you are in an area where obedience classes are taught by a professional, to go out to class that will teach you to train your. A malamute is too friendly in nature to people to make a effective watch dog. Alaskan malamute training should start at a very early age, as should training of all breeds of dogs should be. Alaskan malamute training and puppy training, by michele welton, dog trainer, breed selection consultant, author of 15 dog books dog training is much less about the teaching of commands and much more about how you live with your dog. If you are looking for a dog that will keep your house safe you are not in the right place but with its size and roars, alaskan malamute will scare an unknown man who will remain in front of the fence and invite you to introduce into the yard.
If you dont see the book that interests you, then feel free to use our quick book search tool below. Choosing an obedience instructor for your alaskan malamute puppy. Even with this behavior malamutes make lousy watch dogs. Alaskan malamute, sled dog developed by the malemiut, an eskimo inupiat group from which it takes its name. You may click on any of the book titles in order to view more detailed information on the specific book selected. When you complete our alaskan malamute lovers training course, youll have a potty trained dog that everyone loves not to mention a cleaner, bettersmelling home.
Aggressive german shepherd attacks trainer during aggressive behavior training. Basic alpha training for malamutes alaskan malamute help. They are terrified you will wake up and figure out youre being manipulated by the television and by schools and books and films that teach your friends to tell you they know whats going on because they saw it on the news. Alaskan malamute small, medium and big dog breeds pedigree uk. An alaskan malamute has a keen sense of dog humor and it can be clownish or foolish at times. May 01, 2000 buy alaskan malamute pet love first edition by stockman, thomas isbn. The alaskan malamute the alaskan malamute club of america, inc. Training working articles here are links to articles published in past issues of the awardwinning amca newsletter. Alaskan malamute training secrets is an innovative guide on alaskan malamute dogs and is the result of years of research. Check now the best training dog equipment for alaskan malamute. The alaskan malamute, which is the biggest and strongest of the sled dogs, is a study in contrasts. Training classes and books about dog training and behaviour are available.
I have been asked sevral times for advice in emails from people who have purchased a malamute puppy from an other breeder and are desperately seeking advice about crate training their puppy all day as it does not seem to be working. Malamutes are terrific dogs, but they have special needs when it comes to training. Training an alaskan malamute requires more patience and firmness than training with your normal breed. Training and socialising, behaviour, history, feeding and nutriti. I have just purchased a 33ft recall line, and i am wondering how the best way to. Here is a list of training behavior books recommended by the alaskan malamute club of america. Basic alpha training for malamutes alaskan malamute help league. Dogs enjoy learning new activities with their owners. I know that malamutes are calm friendly dogs but they say that any dog can be trained to be a guardattack dog.
My ability to put sebastian in a sitwait prior to an obstacle is mandatory. Once the paddle is depressed, the valve is opened and water will flow in an upward motion into the pets mouth. It has been our experience that the alaskan malamute learns very quickly, however, possesses a short attention span bores easily. Alaskan malamute dog breed info all you need to know. The malamute through history the future of the breed. Females are just about the same height although weighing slighty. Working dog rules and applications alaskan malamute club. Trainingworking articles alaskan malamute club of america.
The coat of the malamute is very thick, requiring frequent care and trimming. A proper malamute temperament will usually produce the most stubborn at times dog you have ever known, and the most delightful four legged. Many general books on camping and hiking are useful if you are not experienced in the back country. Feb 07, 2015 the heeling goes against instinct with an alaskan malamute because their instinct is to pull.
Alaskan malamute, alaskan malamute training aaa akc. Feb, 2016 5 things to know about alaskan malamutes. Life with an alaskan malamute the malamute through history the future of the breedthe most thorough and unbiased history of the alaskan malamute published to date. Alaskan malamute dog expert book jollyes petfood superstores. Because, this alaskan malamute training book and system begins from the car ride home. This book is an excellent introduction to the alaskan malamute, including a look at the breeds fascinating origins, special traits and characteristics. I know that for giant breeds you are supposed to wait until 18 months to protect their joints, but ive also read that people who are training mals to pull sleds sometimes start as young as 6 months.
Great and top quality harnesses will amaze you and will fit your dog perfectly. You have just become the proud owner of an alaskan malamute, north americas oldest and largest sledge dog. Alaskan malamute book for care, costs, feeding, grooming, health and training. Omal alaskan malamute dogs, living with housedogs, health. The amca has as its main goal the betterment of the breed, and asserts that its membership has an obligation to the alaskan malamute breed, to preserve the magnificence of the breed without exploiting it. If possible, it would be best to take your dog for a long walk in nature, at least once a day, where he can let loose.
Alaskan malamutes complete pet owners manual siino, betsy sikora on. The biggest and most comprehensive catalogue of alaskan malamute books in the world. Below you will find many books specific to the alaskan malamute. Easy training fast results alaskan malamute training kane, mrs karen douglas on. Alaskan malamute training dog training with the no brainer. Yesterday and today by barbara brooks and sherry wallis. If you enjoy living in the great north woods and having a dog who will keep you company while you build your snowman army. This is due to the alaskan malamutes trait of stubbornness, or what is otherwise known as selective hearing. Education at the very least, dogs should be housetrained and have basic house manners. Our free guide on how to breed alaskan malamutes ethically.
If i was considering an alaskan malamute, i would be most concerned about. Alaskan malamute tales real stories about malamutes. Find a dog training club in a citytown near you if you can, otherwise you can find these classes at petsmartpetco not my first choice, but okay for puppy classes. Easy training fast results alaskan malamute training. Learn how to train alaskan malamute dogs from puppyhood up to adulthood. Tampering with the malamute s naturally friendly temperament is not to be recommended those seeking a dog for guarding or attack training purposes are strongly advised to consider another breed. Alaskan malamute dog breed information characteristics. If you always command your alaskan malamute in the same manner, it will get bored and refuse to follow your commands.
Also check out these books in the dog owners guide amazon bookstore. Even if you had your alaskan malamute for a while now. This dog expert guide gives you all the information you need to provide your dog with care and training that will enable him to lead a happy and fulfilling life. Our alaskan malamute, suka, has always had an unforgiving tummy. Mally is a very active dog with huge pools of energy, so the regular daily exercise is a must. Its thick coat is usually gray and white or black and white, the. Alaskan malamute training dog training with the no brainer dog trainer we make it that easy how to easily train your alaskan malamute. In my mind, all other training is only based on good basic obedience. An alaskan malamute is intelligent, yet stubborn, which explains why it has a tendency to disobey orders. Tonka the malamute reunited with alana his niece alana is staying with us for a few days. Jan 29, 2008 puppy k is excellent for socialization. The malamute s independent and stubborn nature can also be attributed to its arctic origins.
If you are tired of cleaning the mess because your alaskan malamute is peeing or pooping or both in the wrong places, this is the perfect place to learn the very best ways to train it to stop. Discussion in dog training and behaviour started by robertall, feb 9, 20. All tips, techniques and secrets regarding alaskan malamute dogs is now available in simple english, explained in a way that anyone can interpret. Once you have covered the basic training such as obedience training and house training potty training and proper household manners training, you may then train it to do what it naturally does run. If you are planning to own an alaskan malamute, you may expect that training this breed of dog can be quite a challenge.
Males are about two feet high weighing just around 90 pounds. All they need to do is press on the paw design of the pad for a gentle stream of clean water. Because of this they are not good guard dogs and cannot be attacktrained although their size. Jan 01, 2016 the alaskan malamute or mally, as the fans often call him, is a nordic spitztype dog originating from alaska, usa. On the other hand, if you are drawn to the idea of adding a family member rather than a pet to your life, and if a dog with a big personality, great deal of intelligence, and love for physical activity would fit well into your home and lifestyle, the alaskan malamute might be a good breed for you. The 18 wheelers of sled dogs when the going gets tough, get a malamute. Sebastians agility journal sebastian jump from a sitwait august 2005. The most thorough and unbiased history of the alaskan malamute published to date. May 01, 2004 alaskan malamute comprehensive owners guide stockman, thomas on. A new owners guide to alaskan malamutes by al holabach and mary jane holabach. The heeling goes against instinct with an alaskan malamute because their instinct is to pull. Malamutes will harass, attack and kill neighbouring pets andor livestock. Read books, watch videos, and get ideas on how to engage your dog.
Good, sound training can be the difference between life and death for your malamute. These powerful but friendly arctic sled dogs are said to have a history dating back thousands of years. Alaskan malamutes are generally not aggressive dogs, but aggressiveness in dogs does not only depend of the breed of the dog, in most cases depends on the way of bringing when we talking about behavior of the people, malamutes are very calm dogs, especially when children are around. This is great, because im a runner, but im wondering at what age people start running with mals. If i devoted alot of time to training my mal from when it is a very young puppy can i get a mal to do this. Alaskan malamutes are friendly, intelligent dogs that love people. Buy alaskan malamute training dog training with the no brainer dog trainer we make it that easy how to easily train your alaskan malamute alaskan malamute training by mr. Whatever your alaskan malamutes problems dont worry, our newest alaskan malamute training course guarantees you can turn your alaskan malamute into a fully housebroken healthy, happy, beautiful and obedient dog. Finally, you can avoid some negative traits by training your alaskan malamute to respect you and by following the 11step care program in my book, 11 things you must do right to keep your dog healthy and happy.
While consistent training and handling is important, no puppy should be crated all day. In fact, a study has shown that the genes of the alaskan malamute. Alaskan malamute training dog training with the no. Have you decided that an alaskan malamute is the perfect dog for you. Read a good training book and together with friends and their puppies, begin your. Training your malamute will be a labour of love, continuing throughout your pets. Innumerable books have been written on the subject of obedience training of the dog, and i personally do not like the do it yourself training books. Meaning, you can benefit right away, while achieving almost instantaneous, positive dog training results with this alaskan malamute training book from day one. Teaching the basic novice exercise heel, sit, down, stand, come and stay makes a better companion. Dog aggression can be a very big problem in alaskan malamutes especially with. Certificates may be earned for sledding, weight pulling and packing. Today, the alaskan malamute is the official state dog of alaska and recognized by the akc.
Tampering with the malamutes naturally friendly temperament is not to be recommended those seeking a dog for guarding or attack training purposes are strongly advised to consider another breed. That said, when training a malamute, you must never expect them to be like your. A welltrained malamute equals a wonderful family dog that is great with children. Alaskan shepherd dog breed facts and information wag. This is due to the alaskan malamute s trait of stubbornness, or what is otherwise known as selective hearing. Heres exactly how to train your alaskan malamute volume 1 pearce, mr. The book discusses the breed standard and offers advice on selecting a wellbred puppy, raising the puppy, housebreaking and obedience lessons, grooming and much more. If youve just brought home such a pup, your alaskan malamute training should keep. But, that young mans voice will always be in my head, thats an obedience trained dog, i want one like that. The malamutes independent and stubborn nature can also be attributed to its arctic origins. Alaskan malamute training guide alaskan malamute training book includes.
This is our neighbour and shanes best friend derek phils always been different with him so we roped him into filming a video for us to show you a side of phil you might not have seen before. They also traditionally have a high level of mental. Alaskan malamute comprehensive owners guide stockman, thomas on. Alaskan malamute alaskan malamute training guide origin. Outdoor pet dog drinking machine doggie pet activated water fountain, hose splitter included provide constant access to fresh, clean water. This exciting new look at the alaskan malamute will take you from its roots to its future. More traits and characteristics of the alaskan malamute. By nature, the malamute is a placid, easy going, fun loving dog, but many people find themselves unwilling or incapable of coping with the highly intelligent, sometimes devious, malamute mind.
This was her 1st morning and tonka wanted her to get up so we could go hiking along the river. And they live in fear, where the bad stuff happens, the wars and the death. Raising alaskan malamute dogs is a real challenge, especially for firsttime pet owners. If youre looking for a playful, active, and loyal buddy built to moveyou just might be alaskan malamutetough.