Violet Husky & Alaskan Malamute Mix Gaithersburg, MD

Violet was sharing a kennel with Diesel (Malamute) in a kill shelter. She was so little and afraid, we couldn't leave her behind! We believe she was born sometime in April 2024. She has grown up in the rescue and has come out of her shell.

Violet appreciates a gentle touch and sweet talk. She is highly food motivated and has learned to use her nose, which has helped her build confidence.

She loves to train and earn rewards playing Leslie McDevitt's "Ping Pong" pattern game. When she looks at you, toss a treat for her to chase, pounce, sniff, and eat. It satisfies her desire to hunt! She also enjoys playing the "Up/Down" pattern game. She looks up at her human, and a treat is dropped between her paws while in the "down" position. It is a fun way to engage and develop a relationship.

She could possibly share a home with a male dog. No small animals, please.

https://www.dogcrazylady.com/post/pattern-games

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Visit our website for free resources and to learn about us and the adoption/foster process: https://www.chaamp.org/

ADOPTION or FOSTER APPLICATION:
https://form.jotform.com/60794585351161

ADOPTION PROCESS:
https://www.chaamp.org/adoption-process

We learn about your lifestyle to find a suitable match for you and your family. We will work with you. For example, if you don't have a fenced-in yard, we can discuss alternatives or find a dog that will do well without a fenced-in yard.

You can visit the malamute(s) once you've completed the process to include a (virtual) home visit. Alternatively, you may volunteer and learn how rewards-based training brings out the best in malamutes.

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CHAAMP accepts applications from Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and Washington DC.

ADOPTION FEES
~Senior dogs (8+ years old): $100.00
~Adult dogs (2 years up to 8): $300.00  
~Puppies (6 months - 2 years): $350.00
~Puppies under 6 months: $375

All Malamutes are microchipped, spayed/neutered, and up-to-date on vaccines. The adoption fee helps us cover these costs. Puppy fees are higher due to more vet visits and vaccines.

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Kathy Sdao’s SMART x 50 (Capture & Reward Good Behavior)

https://babysafedogtraining.com/kathy-sdaos-smart-x-50-another-way-to-use-1000-treats/

Building Your Dog's Confidence by Victoria Stilwell (FREE Online Course)

https://www.vsdogtrainingacademy.com/enroll/demo/

Shy Adopters Guide

https://www.shelterdogplay.org/_files/ugd/7c885c_2f9fe1f87ea24376912b6e0b18e41998.pdf

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CHAAMP Malamute Rescue runs on 100% donations, volunteers, and foster homes.

We are a proud member of the Pet Professional Guild. We say no thank you to Shock, Prong, Choke, Pain, Force (intimidation verbal or physical), and Fear.

Malamutes were born to pull sleds and hunt. We will work with you and your pup to find options including equipment to keep everyone safe.

CHAAMP is a Rescue Affiliate Member of the Alaskan Malamute Assistance League (AMAL).

https://www.malamuterescue.org/