Yeti
Yeti is a sweetheart of a gentle guy. He is 8 to 10 years old and a bit overweight at about 95 lbs (coat makes him look even bigger)! Yeti is great in…
Pregnant Dog And All Breed Rescue • Newfoundland, PA
Senior Alaskan Malamute dogs
Senior Alaskan Malamute dogs for adoption
Meet 9 adoptable senior Alaskan Malamute dogs (age 7+) from shelters and rescues across the country. Older dogs are often calm, house-trained, and ready to love from day one.
Meet 9 adoptable senior Alaskan Malamute dogs (age 7 and up) from shelters and rescues across the country. Senior Alaskan Malamutes are often overlooked in favor of puppies, yet they're frequently house-trained, settled in temperament, and ready to bond immediately. Because they're fully grown, you already know roughly how big they are and what they're like — making an older Alaskan Malamute one of the most predictable and rewarding dogs you can welcome home.
LEONIDAS
Leonidas is a 107-pound ball of fluff with a big presence and an even bigger heart. He walks well on a leash and enjoys attention from his humans, soa…
Tallahassee-Leon Community Animal Service Center • Tallahassee, FL
Bella
Meet Bella — a 9 year old, 42 lb Alaskan Malamute mix with all the classic Malamute charm wrapped into a smaller, stunning package! Quick Facts: Name:…
CrisisDogsNC • Spring Lake, NC
BAM
Riverside County Animal Control - Coachella Shelter • Thousand Palms, CA
COURTESY POST: Loki
Name: Loki Breed: Alaskan Husky MixAge: 8Vaccines: up to date Neutered: yesChip: no Enjoys: food and being pet also car rides Potty trained?: yesCoat:…
Paws 4 You Rescue • Miami, FL
Tramp
Meet Tramp – Your Ultimate Fetch Buddy! Tramp is on the lookout for a special home where he can shower his favorite person with love and spend endless…
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
Oso
Hi I’m Oso!!! I am a Rottie-Chow mix. My name means "bear" in Spanish. My foster mom says I looked like an old grisly bear and now I am a soft, fluffy…
Saving Our Companion Animals - Fort Bend County • Rosenberg, TX
Archo
Meet Archo! He's a sweet guy who takes leisurely strolls on the trails and enjoys hanging out with people. Bring out the water and Archo really lights…
Best Friends Animal Society • Kanab, UT
Senior Alaskan Malamute dogs by state
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Adopting a senior Alaskan Malamute — FAQ
What counts as a senior dog?
Most shelters and vets consider a dog "senior" around age 7, though large breeds often age sooner and small breeds a little later. Every dog listed here is 7 years or older.
How do I adopt a senior Alaskan Malamute?
Open a dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them, then follow the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization.
Are senior Alaskan Malamute dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Often, yes. An older Alaskan Malamute is usually past the high-energy puppy stage and may already know basic commands, which can make ownership easier to ease into. Each profile and shelter can tell you about that dog's individual personality and needs.
Why adopt a senior dog instead of a puppy?
Senior dogs are calmer, usually house-trained, and let you skip the chewing and sleepless nights — and because they are the hardest to place, adopting one can quite literally save a life that might otherwise run out of time.
Know a senior dog who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.