We’re glad you stopped by to check out our dogs in need of their “furever” homes!
Summit Farms Rescue is a non-profit organization of volunteers dedicated to
assisting Alaskan Malamutes and Northern Breed dogs when in crisis
throughout
the Intermountain West.
Like the Alaskan Malamute, the Alaskan husky was bred for work. However, these dogs feature a smaller frame than the Malamute and are built for speed. They have dominated the sport of sled dog racing. Alaskan huskies originated from Siberian huskies and were bred with other dogs to achieve better speed, endurance, and strength.
The Alaskan Malamute stands out as the most iconic of the Alaskan dog breeds, even being named Alaska’s state dog in 2010 . These dogs are thought to have come to North America thousands of years ago when hunters crossed the Bering Strait. They were most likely bred by the Mahlemiut Inuit people, giving rise to their name.
As its name suggests, the Alusky is a hybrid: a cross between the Siberian husky and the Alaskan Malamute. This hybrid dog breed was developed to combine the speed of the husky with the strength of the Malamute. The exact origin of the Alusky is not known, and this breed is difficult to find outside of the Arctic regions it calls home.
"I think dogs are the most amazing creatures;
they give unconditional love. For me, they are the role
model for being alive."
