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Even Jinx took a liking to Timon and he was about 3 at the time we got Timon.cattitude said:
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Give me a day to think and check with hubby. I would assume if the volunteer said no cats, there has to be a reason. I would hate for me to get her to try to work with her and one of my cats gets hurt in the process. I will PM once I see what's what.
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Yep...my cats were used to my "old" dogs..so when we got the Boxers it was a challenge. Then I lost a few of the old cats. Booger and Allie pay them no mind and swat them when they get pesky. Even old Forrest isn't troubled by them. Of course, it took a lot of "NOs" and shaking "the can" but now everyone coexists pretty well.
I believe there are some dogs that have a very strong prey drive..perhaps the dog in question is one but I'd think with proper socialization it could work.
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I've been looking into getting a Malamute for over a year now and have read alot about them not like cats and that they will chase whatever animal they come across outside (birds, squirrels, etc). We would need some time anyways before getting the dog as our fence has not been put back up completely in the backyard from hubby's monster hot rod garage getting built. If we'd need to pick her up within a week or two, it probably wouldn't be possible. I also talked to someone saying that bloodlines are very important in this breed and coming from a shelter, you never know. Personally, I'd rather get one from a shelter to save a life but could possibly cost us in the long run.
Local Rescue groups for Malamutes
We got our Alaskan Malamute from CHAAMP and couldn't be happier. They match the dog to your family really carefully.
While they do a home visit, they don't come visit after you've adopted -- where did you hear that?
I wondered about the dog training requirement, too, since I thought I knew how to train my dogs already.
They explained that positive reinforcement training is such a powerful tool for owners that they want all adopters to learn how it works. They said that since they made that requirement, adopters having behavioral issues with their dogs decreased significantly. Training using positive reinforcement is really different than the old way and a lot more fun. So don't let that stop you!
They are a great group who really care about the dogs and their adopters. You should at least talk to them.
We got our Alaskan Malamute from CHAAMP and couldn't be happier. They match the dog to your family really carefully.
While they do a home visit, they don't come visit after you've adopted -- where did you hear that?
I wondered about the dog training requirement, too, since I thought I knew how to train my dogs already.
They explained that positive reinforcement training is such a powerful tool for owners that they want all adopters to learn how it works. They said that since they made that requirement, adopters having behavioral issues with their dogs decreased significantly. Training using positive reinforcement is really different than the old way and a lot more fun. So don't let that stop you!
They are a great group who really care about the dogs and their adopters. You should at least talk to them.
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The coming after the adoption came directly from their adoption questionnaire. They asked if you are willing to have visits from them periodically after the adoption. They also say that if you don't do professional training or have a 6ft fence, they may refuse to adopt. I will pass on CHAAMPS. I would rather get from a breeder where I know the history behind the dog instead of one with issues because the previous owner didn't want it. Someone on this site hooked me up with a breeder in PA and that's what I am looking into now.
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Gosh, nothing in my stuff said they wouldn't adopt to you if you don't have a 6 foot fence. We don't have a fence at all. You must be mistaking them for some other group. And they don't come visit you afterwards. We've had our dogs a few months and no one has come by.
The Malamutes we got are just great. They don't have any issues. That's been the case with all the dogs and cats I've adopted in my life -- they weren't the ones with problems, it was the previous owners who had the problems.
In the case of these Malamutes, the former owners were real losers. The wife had a fit cuz the husband got the dogs without consulting her (really stupid) and she hated the hair. They shed a lot. So she said dump the dogs and he did, at an county animal control. If CHAAMP hadn't taken them out, they would have been killed. Dogs that owners turn in at shelters don't stay alive very long, especially in the summer when the shelters are full.
Watch out for those PA breeders -- lots of them are puppy mills, especially the ones in the Lancaster area. Anybody who has puppies available all the time isn't a real breeder, they're just breeding for money. And most of them don't give health guarantees at all. All they want is your money. They won't take the dogs back if you can't keep them any more.
Gosh, nothing in my stuff said they wouldn't adopt to you if you don't have a 6 foot fence. We don't have a fence at all. You must be mistaking them for some other group. And they don't come visit you afterwards. We've had our dogs a few months and no one has come by.
The Malamutes we got are just great. They don't have any issues. That's been the case with all the dogs and cats I've adopted in my life -- they weren't the ones with problems, it was the previous owners who had the problems.
In the case of these Malamutes, the former owners were real losers. The wife had a fit cuz the husband got the dogs without consulting her (really stupid) and she hated the hair. They shed a lot. So she said dump the dogs and he did, at an county animal control. If CHAAMP hadn't taken them out, they would have been killed. Dogs that owners turn in at shelters don't stay alive very long, especially in the summer when the shelters are full.
Watch out for those PA breeders -- lots of them are puppy mills, especially the ones in the Lancaster area. Anybody who has puppies available all the time isn't a real breeder, they're just breeding for money. And most of them don't give health guarantees at all. All they want is your money. They won't take the dogs back if you can't keep them any more.
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nymr said:
Maybe they changed their policy since I last looked (it's been awhile). The breeder in PA is NOT a puppy mill. They are a small breeder (husband and wife) and don't have puppies available all the time. They just happen to have had a litter last month and will be available in October. I will re-look at CHAAMPS too but I really don't see how someone can decide which dog will suit your family when they only see you for a few hours on a particular day. I think WE would be able to better determine which dog is right based on their personality/temperment. I will not rule out any lead I can get, so thanks for the up-date on CHAAMPS!!
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I also wanted to add that they do guarantee the puppy's health and will take the dog back for any reason if you can't keep them. Also, if they were only after my money, they'd be charging a whole lot more than they are. I've seen ads from breeders asking over $1000. They're asking below $800. But I will keep other places in mind until I make my final decision.
I've had Mals for 20 years now. They aren't the right dog for everyone. They are very smart and can problem-solve like crazy. You don't want a bored Malamute around your house. But they are affectionate, easy-going, and assume everyone they meet is their new best friend. They are terrible watch dogs!
Mals aren't territorial at all, another reason they're bad watch dogs. Now it is true that male Malamutes don't like other male dogs and female Mals don't usually like other females.
Someone said they were skittish? They must have been thinking of Siberian Huskies. Mals aren't skittish; they're couch potatoes until you want to do something. They're up for walking, hiking, backpacking, pulling a sled, biking, etc. But they're equally happy hanging out on the air conditioning vent at home.
Except with pups, of course, but that's true with every breed. Until they're a year old, they're just nuts! Mal pups are kind of nutty til they're about 2.
Mals aren't territorial at all, another reason they're bad watch dogs. Now it is true that male Malamutes don't like other male dogs and female Mals don't usually like other females.
Someone said they were skittish? They must have been thinking of Siberian Huskies. Mals aren't skittish; they're couch potatoes until you want to do something. They're up for walking, hiking, backpacking, pulling a sled, biking, etc. But they're equally happy hanging out on the air conditioning vent at home.
Except with pups, of course, but that's true with every breed. Until they're a year old, they're just nuts! Mal pups are kind of nutty til they're about 2.
virgovictoria said:Just hope you know what you're getting into.
Wow, you have some funny ideas about how CHAAMP works! The family adopting is very involved in the decision-making process. CHAAMP doesn't just decide and hand you a dog. The adopter fills out an application, the rescue volunteer asks lots of questions, they do a home visit. You can tell them everything you're looking for in your dog, which helps them figure out which dogs they think are right for you. Then you meet the dogs and decide! Of course if you have cats, they're not going to give you a dog who wants to eat cats; obviously based on your needs, there are some dogs they wouldn't offer you.
They've placed hundreds of Mals and have a lot of adopters who volunteer for them, so they must be doing something right.
It sure is better than going to a shelter and just picking one based on looks and a 5-minute meeting. Most shelters are so happy to get the dog out of there (so they don't have to kill it) that they don't do much in the way of matching dogs and owners.
Glad to know you found a reputable breeder. They are few and far between. BTW, if you have questions about behavior, you can always ask CHAAMP. They help all Mal owners, not just ones who have adopted from them. Can you post pix on this forum? It would be fun to see your pup once you get him/her.
They've placed hundreds of Mals and have a lot of adopters who volunteer for them, so they must be doing something right.
It sure is better than going to a shelter and just picking one based on looks and a 5-minute meeting. Most shelters are so happy to get the dog out of there (so they don't have to kill it) that they don't do much in the way of matching dogs and owners.
Glad to know you found a reputable breeder. They are few and far between. BTW, if you have questions about behavior, you can always ask CHAAMP. They help all Mal owners, not just ones who have adopted from them. Can you post pix on this forum? It would be fun to see your pup once you get him/her.
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Check your breeders thoroughly...you wouldn't want to buy from breeders like this...
http://www.magdrl.org/gettysburg8.htm
http://www.magdrl.org/gettysburg8.htm
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I said that he did not want a skittish abused rescue Mal. No, they are not generally skittish dogs. My family has had them for 20+ years too. I wish you'd tell our male who pees on everything in site that he's not supposed to be a territorial dog. I have warned her about the "busy" puppies.nymr said:
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Looking to adopt/buy 09-06-2007 12:34 PM our?
The dogs that my parents have are the family's dogs. I consider them mine too. I love them like they are. Mom even calls them our brother and sister.
The dogs that my parents have are the family's dogs. I consider them mine too. I love them like they are. Mom even calls them our brother and sister.
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If you tell me how to post pictures, I will show you the one I am going to get.
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Reply with quote. Attach files. Manage Attachments. Browse. Find the pic. Select the pic. Upload. Type atleast 3 characters. Submit reply. Voila!Warrant guru said:
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She looks just like Shadow.Warrant guru said:
