Is Buying an Adult Alaskan Malamute a Good Idea?

Buying an adult Alaskan Malamute is generally not advised. Adults are used to their old environment and original owner, and a sudden change can cause poor appetite, depression, and even running away, requiring patient bonding to rebuild trust.

It is usually better to buy a two-to-three-month-old Malamute puppy, since a dog raised from a young age tends to be more affectionate toward people.