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Mishka

  • Senior
  • Female
  • Extra Large

About Mishka

Tucson, AZ

Physical Traits

Senior
(8+ years)
Female
Extra Large
(101+ lbs lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes

Mishka’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has bad compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

$150

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Mishka's Story

❄️🐺 MEET MISHKA – YOUR MAJESTIC, LOW-KEY QUEEN 👑 🐺❄️<br/><br/>✨ Alaskan Malamute | ~10 Years Old | 117 lbs of Pure Love ✨<br/><br/>If you’ve been dreaming of a calm, loyal, larger-than-life best friend... Mishka is your girl. 💙 This stunning senior Malamute brings all the beauty of the breed without the chaos — she’s already done the growing, learning, and mischief-making. Now? She’s just here to love you.<br/><br/>⸻<br/><br/>💫 Why Everyone Falls for Mishka:<br/>🐾 Walks like a dream on a loose leash<br/>🚗 Obsessed with car rides – your ultimate co-pilot<br/>🛋️ Zero training needed – she’s got life figured out<br/>💖 Gentle, easygoing, and an absolute joy to live with<br/>👧 Great with older kids (elementary age +)<br/>🐕 Does well with other large dogs<br/><br/>⸻<br/><br/>🍽️ A Little About Her “Refined” Taste...<br/>Mishka is a lady of standards 💅<br/>🥩 Chicken & rice? Yes please.<br/>🦃 Turkey & rice? Absolutely.<br/>🍔 Hamburger & rice? If you insist!<br/>🐦 Kibble? She’ll kindly donate it to the birds.<br/><br/>⸻<br/><br/>💊 Easy Medical Care<br/>Mishka takes a thyroid pill twice daily — simple, affordable, and no big deal (about $4/month on Chewy!).<br/><br/>⸻<br/><br/>🐺 The Malamute Truth<br/>She is a Malamute, and yes... she has that classic independent, slightly stubborn streak. But here’s the thing — she doesn’t have bad habits, so there’s nothing to “fix.” She is exactly who she is... and who she is, is wonderful. 💫<br/><br/>⸻<br/><br/>🏡 Her Perfect Home<br/>A laid-back home that appreciates a calm, confident companion<br/>A family with older kids or adults<br/>Room in your heart (and your car) for a 117 lb ride-or-die bestie<br/><br/>⸻<br/><br/>💙 Mishka isn’t just a dog — she’s a presence.<br/>She’s quiet loyalty. She’s soulful eyes. She’s your shadow on peaceful walks and your partner on every car ride.<br/><br/>If you’re ready to open your heart to a truly special senior... Mishka is waiting. ❄️🐾<br/><br/>📩 Apply to adopt:<br/>https://airtable.com/appLYepkMeqjx3Tjh/shrtcmS9tSiQOdxMN<br/><br/>#AdoptMishka #SeniorDogLove #MalamuteMagic #GentleGiant #RescueDog #AdoptDontShop #ForeverHomeWanted #PACCAlumni <br/>#ArizonaDog<br/>#TucsonRescue<br/>#PawsWithoutBordersUS

❄️🐺 MEET MISHKA – YOUR MAJESTIC, LOW-KEY QUEEN 👑 🐺❄️

✨ Alaskan Malamute | ~10 Years Old | 117 lbs of Pure Love ✨

If you’ve been dreaming of a calm, loyal, larger-than-life best friend... Mishka is your girl. 💙 This stunning senior Malamute brings all the beauty of the breed without the chaos — she’s already done the growing, learning, and mischief-making. Now? She’s just here to love you.



💫 Why Everyone Falls for Mishka:
🐾 Walks like a dream on a loose leash
🚗 Obsessed with car rides – your ultimate co-pilot
🛋️ Zero training needed – she’s got life figured out
💖 Gentle, easygoing, and an absolute joy to live with
👧 Great with older kids (elementary age +)
🐕 Does well with other large dogs



🍽️ A Little About Her “Refined” Taste...
Mishka is a lady of standards 💅
🥩 Chicken & rice? Yes please.
🦃 Turkey & rice? Absolutely.
🍔 Hamburger & rice? If you insist!
🐦 Kibble? She’ll kindly donate it to the birds.

❄️🐺 MEET MISHKA – YOUR MAJESTIC, LOW-KEY QUEEN 👑 🐺❄️

✨ Alaskan Malamute | ~10 Years Old | 117 lbs of Pure Love ✨

If you’ve been dreaming of a calm, loyal, larger-than-life best friend... Mishka is your girl. 💙 This stunning senior Malamute brings all the beauty of the breed without the chaos — she’s already done the growing, learning, and mischief-making. Now? She’s just here to love you.



💫 Why Everyone Falls for Mishka:
🐾 Walks like a dream on a loose leash
🚗 Obsessed with car rides – your ultimate co-pilot
🛋️ Zero training needed – she’s got life figured out
💖 Gentle, easygoing, and an absolute joy to live with
👧 Great with older kids (elementary age +)
🐕 Does well with other large dogs



🍽️ A Little About Her “Refined” Taste...
Mishka is a lady of standards 💅
🥩 Chicken & rice? Yes please.
🦃 Turkey & rice? Absolutely.
🍔 Hamburger & rice? If you insist!
🐦 Kibble? She’ll kindly donate it to the birds.



💊 Easy Medical Care
Mishka takes a thyroid pill twice daily — simple, affordable, and no big deal (about $4/month on Chewy!).



🐺 The Malamute Truth
She is a Malamute, and yes... she has that classic independent, slightly stubborn streak. But here’s the thing — she doesn’t have bad habits, so there’s nothing to “fix.” She is exactly who she is... and who she

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How To Adopt

Mishka was listed as Adoptable by Paws Without Borders
How can I adopt Mishka?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Paws Without Borders. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Mishka is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Paws Without Borders for details on the pet.
When can I meet Mishka?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Paws Without Borders will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Mishka, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Paws Without Borders, and they'll be happy to help!
Paws Without Borders's Adoption Policy
They must first fill out an adoption application. Then they must meet the dog in person, then any animals they have will need to meet as well. We then do a home check, and if it looks good, we do a 5-10 day trial.

Mishka is from Paws Without Borders

[Tucson, AZ]

Our Mission
We are a non-profit the rescues dogs from the streets of Mexico to help provide them with food, shelter, and vet care. We rehome dogs throughout Mexico, the US, and Canada.

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