Northern Legend Alaskan Malamutes Foundation Stock

NORTHERN LEGEND Alaskan Malamutes

Northern Legend Alaskan Malamute Training

Northern Legend Alaskan Malamute History

The Foundation of Northern Legend Kennel From Wakon Giant Alaskan Lines: The Giant Alaskan Malamute foundation stock of the Northern Legend Kennel originated at the Wakon Giant Alaskan Malamute Kennel in the Cascade Mountains of Washington State. There, for almost 40 years, Wakon has developed a line of Giant Alaskan Malamutes known world wide for their majestic looks, giant size, and affectionate nature.

The following are our Alaskan Malamutes.

'Dozer'

'Walker'

'Shanie'

'Allie'

'Cohen'

What is A Giant Alaskan Malamute? The term "Giant Alaskan Malamute" has been given to lines of purebred Malamutes that are consistently larger than the size currently suggested for the breed. Some dog enthusiasts enjoy and appreciate these large animals and some do not. Because Giant Malamutes can get so large, it is important to keep a Malamute's weight in proportion to its body size. This is especially important during the two year growth period from puppy to adult. Making a dog as heavy as possible in order to have "bragging rights" may ultimately shorten the life of a dear friend. The Giant Alaskan Malamutes at Northern Legend Kennel are large, big boned animals. Females generally weigh 90 to 115 1bs. while males generally weigh 110 to 140 1bs. Weights as high as 190 1bs. have been reported in the Wakon bloodline.

Kennel Philosophy and Operation

Left: Kennel view from East on State Rt.44(click picture for closer view)

Right: Kennel view from the North(click picture for closer view)

At Northern Legend, the philosophy of operation is centered on Alaskan Malamutes in close relationship with humans. We use no outside hired help at our kennel except when we must be out of town. We believe that the number of adult dogs in the kennel must be kept at a level which allows a close personal relationship. This is one of our greatest challenges since we tend to fall in love with every Malamute we meet. We currently house eight dogs, five of which are in our breeding program.

Our facility has fourteen outside Mason chain link kennels which average 20'L x 6'W x 6'4"H. One half acre is fenced with four foot chain link fence and is used as an exercise area (more is planned). Two inside facilities are in use. One is a 40' by 24' building used for inside kennels and a training room. The other is a 25' by 25' facility attached to the house which houses inside kennels and is used for whelping puppies. Inside facilities have available heat and air conditioning.

Each dog has a personal outside kennel and an inside kennel used for sleeping and for relaxation during the day when it is too hot outside or during severe storms. Each outside kennel has a wood floor made in 6' x 2' sections of wood decking which can be removed for easy cleaning. The outside kennels also have a specially designed four foot by six foot sand pit for urination and deification which makes for efficient clean up. Inside kennels are also made from Mason chain link panels and vary in size from 6'L x 4'W x 6'H to 4'L x 3'W x 4'H depending on dog size. Inside kennels have concrete floors sealed with epoxy.

Our Alaskan Malamutes are moved from inside to outside kennels each morning and back again each evening. Each dog spends time in the house with us every day. We believe that this consistent handling and visitation time combined with a basic obedience training program does much to enhance our relationship.

Northern Legend Alaskan Malamutes Kennel 'Dozer' & 'Oakey'

Northern Legend Alaskan Malamutes Index Alaskan Malamute History and Temprament, Health & Care Information on the Alaskan Malamute Training & Relationship of Giant Alaskan Malamutes.

Also inside is the online version of Northern Legend News, a newsletter for the owners of Alaskan Malamutes.

You can Email Northern Legend or call us with questions or for more information.