Rescue Alaskan Malamutes for adoption and rehoming in Scotland
No Alaskan Malamutes are listed for adoption or rehoming in Scotland right now.
No Alaskan Malamutes in Scotland right now
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About Alaskan Malamutes
| Breed group | Working |
|---|---|
| Size | Large |
| Exercise | More than 2 hours a day |
| Grooming | Every day |
| Coat | Medium (sheds) |
| Lifespan | Over 10 years |
What Alaskan Malamutes are like to live with
The Royal Kennel Club calls the Alaskan Malamute "the strongest of the sled dogs". It says the breed was developed by the Mahlemut people for pulling heavy loads over long distances, and that its double coat protects it against extreme cold.
Siberian Huskies have their own page. A rescue Malamute is an individual and may well be a cross. The rescue knows how this particular dog behaves at home, on the lead and when left alone, so ask them.
Size and exercise
The Royal Kennel Club lists the Malamute as large and needing more than two hours of exercise a day. It suggests a large house with a large garden, and marks the breed as suited to the country rather than town.
Grooming
The Royal Kennel Club says the coat is medium length, sheds, and needs grooming every day.
Health
The Royal Kennel Club asks Alaskan Malamute breeders to DNA test for Alaskan Malamute polyneuropathy (AMPN) and cone degeneration (CD), to have hips and elbows scored for dysplasia, and to have eyes tested. It lists the breed's lifespan as over 10 years.
A rescue dog's parents were rarely health tested, so ask the rescue what vet checks the dog has had and whether any condition is known. Your own vet is the right person to advise on anything you notice later.
Children, cats and other dogs
A large, strong dog that needs a lot of exercise is not right for every household. Whether a particular rescue Malamute can live with children, cats or other dogs depends on the dog, so go by the rescue's own assessment, which is often noted on the profile.
Sources (checked 29 September 2026)
Breed descriptions are general. Every rescue animal is an individual, so the rescue's own assessment of the animal comes first.
Alaskan Malamutes in Scotland: your questions
How many rescue Alaskan Malamutes are available for adoption in Scotland?
As of 30 September 2026, no Alaskan Malamutes are listed for adoption in Scotland on LocalPetFinder. Rescues add animals all the time, so this page fills as they list them.
Do Alaskan Malamutes shed?
Yes. The Royal Kennel Club says the Malamute sheds and needs grooming every day. It has a medium-length double coat that protects it against extreme cold.
How much exercise does an Alaskan Malamute need?
More than two hours a day, according to The Royal Kennel Club. It suggests a large house with a large garden and says the breed suits the country rather than town.
How much does it cost to adopt an Alaskan Malamute in Scotland?
Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months and £275 for a puppy under six months, Dogs Trust charges £300 for a puppy or adult dog in England, Wales and Scotland, and Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over and £335 for dogs aged 1 to 7. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.
Are there Alaskan Malamutes for sale in Scotland?
No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Alaskan Malamute on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre, and rescues rehome animals for an adoption fee rather than selling them: for example, Battersea charges £230 for an adult dog and Dogs Trust £300. The fee goes towards the vet work already done, such as neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations. In Scotland, Lucy's Law has banned the third-party sale of puppies under six months since 1 September 2021.
Can I get a free Alaskan Malamute in Scotland, or one under £500?
Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Many rescue fees are under £500: Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months, Dogs Trust £300, and Blue Cross from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over. An animal offered "free to good home" is a private advert, not a rescue. All dogs in the UK must be microchipped by 8 weeks old, and in England, Wales and Scotland a dog can't pass to a new keeper until it is chipped, so ask to see the microchip details.
Is there a Alaskan Malamute rescue near me in Scotland?
This page lists every Alaskan Malamute with the rescues we list in Scotland and the places within it. Email alerts for new listings are coming soon.
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