Alaskan Malamute 101

Learn how to raise and train your Alaskan Malamute in this welcome module of Alaskan Malamute 101, with guidance from Katherine Thompson and narration by Sheila Somerville.

Explore the Alaskan malamute as a strong working breed with Arctic sled dog heritage, a thick coat, cold tolerance, and learn its ancestry, exercise needs, and grooming.

Establish yourself as alpha with firm commands, and provide daily exercise, mental stimulation, crate training, and a safe space for your malamute puppy to thrive.

Learn nutrition, feed, and health care for Alaskan Malamute puppies, including large breed foods, homemade options, feeding schedules, and essential vaccines and first aid.

Create a daily exercise routine for your Malamute, balancing two hours of physical and mental activity with a consistent feeding and daily schedule tailored to age, size, breed, and health.

Learn canine communication through Malamute body language, calming signals, vocalizations like yodels and howls, and how to read eyes, ears, and posture to strengthen bonds.

Master malamute training with firm commands, balanced tone, and positive reinforcement using eye contact and treats. Learn crate training, preventing biting, socialization, and consistent leadership to shape good behavior.

Master crate training and close supervision to stop indoor accidents, and establish a consistent schedule of frequent outside trips, rewards, and a designated potty spot for your Alaskan malamute.

Learn to care for a malamute puppy when you're away with crate training, in-crate water, safe feeding, early bathing, naming tips, and readiness checks before bringing a pup home.

Discover the Alaskan malamute’s independent, energetic nature and its loyal, affectionate companionship. Train with patience and kindness to channel its strength into sledding and snow play.