TOBY HAS BEEN ADOPTED !!!!!!

Toby is our latest rescue. At 3 months old Toby came to NCAMA/MUSH needing surgery on his right rear leg to correct what we believe to be a birth defect. During the surgery the vet determined he need to amputate a large portion of the leg. ...Less than two weeks late he has now had a second surgery, this time removing the entire leg. The outlook is excellent that he will grow up to be a happy and ...healthy Malamute/Husky dog. Please donate to help cover the cost of these very expensive surgeries. Every dollar goes directly to the dogs bills. Please donate anything you can.


For those needing a tax deductible donation you can send a check to our sister group Siberian Husky Rescue/Referral of CA (SHRRCA) put a note or in the memo Donation for MUSH (Toby Operation )
SHRRCA
PO Box 1231
Danville CA, 94526

For pictures and updates on Toby please go to his facebook page :

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Help-pay-for-Tobys-Surgery/240687415987919?sk=wall

 

Online Adoption Application

If you are interested in a dog on this list, please go to the Online Adoption Screening Form above, fill it out completely and submit it.  Once it is received, you will be "in the system" and will be contacted via email about the dog you are interested in.  Please be aware that the dog you are interested in may not be a good fit for your circumstances.  We will discuss this with you so you understand what is the best for you and the dog. 

We have tried to keep our adoption fees as low as possible, but due to the lack of foster homes we have kenneling fees along with the escalating prices of routine medical care, spaying and neutering of large dogs we need to require an adoption fee of    $ 250.00 - $ 500.00.  The fees do vary depending on the age and costs of the dog.

If you are unable to adopt but would like to make a donation to help us care and find homes for these dogs, you may make a secure online  donation using a credit card or check.  We are a non profit corporation but we are not a 501c3 and unfortunately the donations are not tax deductible.   Every little bit does help.  

THANK YOU !

 MUSH and the rescues would like to thank everyone who have made donations this year and we hope you will continue to give your financial support, but if this is not possible, please think about fostering.  Each rescue is unique in their situations, but loving dogs none the less.  If they aren't the dog for you, please tell others you feel may be interested.    We still find ourselves in a position where we must keep this urgent request for financial assistance.  As mentioned above we are a not for profit organization, but unfortunately not a 501c where your donations are tax deductible, but we hope you will find it in your hearts to give whatever you can to help us continue to save others.

                                                                              

                                                                                  

 

Please Donate Now

If you would like your donation to be tax deductible please contact Maureen Marcus at

spiritofashadow @aol.com before connecting to this PayPal account.

Make a secure online donation using a credit card or check

  

 

 

Our Generous Donators -  Thank you page

 

FUNDRAISER

 

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Contact Cathy Brunelle  brunellecm1@hotmail.com for details.
 

 please include Pillow in the subject line.

 

$ 20.00 each plus shipping

                           

 

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                                                                            This page was last updated: 01/17/2012 07:40 PM

      

If you are serious about adopting a rescued Alaskan Malamute, please submit a completed online application and we will contact you once we receive it, please be patient. Not all dogs available are listed on the website.  When a dog becomes available we first contact people that have submitted applications if the dog is suited to their household.

 

Again if you are serious about adopting an Alaskan Malamute please have a bit more patience than the breed itself, we are sure that the right dog will become available.  The following dogs are some of those waiting for their new families.

 

 

 

      

 

Shamus under 2 yr old Male

 

 

 

 

Shamus is new to rescue, and we'll know more about him soon, but he is really sweet.  Can be a bit dominant with other dogs (some mounting)  his new neuter may cure that to a certain extent.

 

Shamus is currently in the Sacramento area

                          

                                  

            

          

             

      

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

 

Tango  2 yr old Male   Mal/Mix

 

 

  Tango is not quite two yet, and weighs about 90 lbs.  He has been getting some basic training in his foster home where he is greatly loved. He's very gentle but that independent malamute streak does shine through at times. Tango loves all people but due to his size we aren't recommending children under 10 and he has been socialized with other dogs but like all malamutes and their mixes, caution is always best.  He probably won't due well with cats.  Tango is looking for a home that will give him the quality time and exercise he truly needs.

 

check out his smile box !! 

 

                                  

            

          

             

      

 

Contact    Laura at 707.467.9262. 

 

 

Tomba 3 yr old Male

 

 

 

 

 

Tomba is about 85lbs.  He is great in the car and perfectly safe around people.  He may make a good sled dog, as he is strong and eager to work.  We have put packs on him and he loves it.  He gets along with many, many dogs, and loves to play and play.  However, he is not good in public as he periodically wants to dominate other male dogs and is very wholehearted in his efforts.

 

Tomba is very energetic and his current owners cannot give him the exercise he needs, they also have too many barn yard animals, horseback riders, other dogs, cats, and such that are loose nearby which he could harm if he gets loose. 

 

He needs a house with a large fenced yard and perhaps a female he would get along with, he is full of energy, and very intelligent. Tomba is house trained, and knows basic commands.  He also chases cats and would probably kill one if he got the chance.

 

 

 

              Online Adoption Application

 

          

                                  

              

             

      

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Strawberry is a courtesy posting for the owner but will will be taking applications through MUSH and submitting them to the owner

                         Please fill out our online application  online application

    

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

Jacob approx 2 yr old Male

 

 

 

 

 

Jacob was found as a stray. He's a smart boy who seems to know sit & will give you his paw. There was also no problem getting him into a down.  He showed no vocalizing or discomfort when looking in his mouth, ears, or when handling his paw/toes, or pulling his tail.  He will play with toys & gave them up willingly possibly knows the word give. He hopped right into a crate in the van. He IS a young, STRONG recently neutered boy that will need someone that has experience with malamutes.

 

              Online Adoption Application

 

 

ADOPTED

 

          

                                  

             

             

      

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

 

Dakota 4 yr old female Mal/Mix

 

 

 

 

Dakota was born September 27, 2007 96lbs and loves water.
She loves swimming, fetch with blue runner balls not so much the green ones. Dakota has a hard time with tiny dogs and she is scared of cats. She also only likes other huskies. She was attacked at a dog park so she is very territorial with other animals, Dakota needs to be in an only dog situation, she loves humans, hugs, and snuggles... If she's given 5  minutes of snuggle time she's happy.  She's used to being walked twice a day and that keeps her hyper moods down.  Dakota is very quiet, the only time she makes a noise is when she hears police cars she copies the sound with a low pitched howl.


 

                   Dakota is currently in the Redding area

                           Online Adoption Application

 

                      ADOPTED

Never heard back from the owner, so hopefully she's safe and the owner has kept her or she has beed adopted.

                                  

            

          

             

      

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

Oreo 1 yr old Female

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oreo is a very sweet girl, walks okay on leash and doesn't have any problem with a crate. She is learning some manners quickly.  She still jumps up some but she just loves to be with people.

Oreo is currently in the Sacramento area

           

              Online Adoption Application

ADOPTED

          

                                  

             

             

      

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

Winston 20 mth old Male Male/Mix

 

 

 

 

This boy has come a long way from the picture below, so much so we're questioning whether he is a mix or not.  Winston just may be all mal, soft coated but mal none the less, he certainly has the temperament and antics of a malamute. Winston has a kind temperament and just wants to be loved. He previously lived in a home with 3 children who he was wonderful with.  Winston has never lived with a cat and when meeting up with a cat at the shelter he was interested in chasing him. We do not recommend Winston living in a home with another male. A female would probably be fine, but he does have a tendency to bully. Winston is highly intelligent and learns quickly. His new family should consider doing obedience classes with him to help Winston work on his good manners. If you're looking for a big new love in your life look no further than Winston!
 

Winston is currently in the Sacramento area

              Online Adoption Application

 

ADOPTED

 

          

                                  

             

             

      

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

Sierra 4 yr old Female

 

 

 

 

Sierra's owners lost their home and have had to move into an apartment, she's 100 plus lbs, and is not allowed at the complex.  Sierra is very social with humans, including kids.  Other dogs she is definitely an Alpha female.  She is good on leash and knows basic commands.  She is half trained indoors but she spends her time outside which she prefers.

 

         Sierra  is currently in the Bay Area

              Online Adoption Application

 

           Owner has not replied to inquiries

                                  

                  

             

      

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

Nikita 2 1/2 yr old Female

 

 

 

 

Nikita is a beautiful girl that currently isn't getting along with her 9 yr old male lab companion.  Her owner is struggling with this decision but he knows that Nikita is not getting the proper exercise and attention she needs.  Nikita has had obedience training but she is a very large girl at a healthy 100 lbs.  and will take advantage of someone that doesn't have experience with malamutes.

Nikita is housebroken but she prefers to sleep outside. She's looking for an active home that will give her plenty of exercise and structure.

She is also very prey driven and that doesn't mean just small animals, she's been known to chase horses and cows. 

Nikita is currently in the Pennisula area

ADOPTED

              Online Adoption Application

 

          

                                  

             

             

      

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

 

Abby & Blu

 

 

UPDATE, ABBY HAS GONE BACK TO HER ORIGINAL OWNER AND APPEARS VERY HAPPY

Abby a 3 yr old Malamute and Blu a very young 9 yr  Siberian are in need of a new home.  Their family is moving and are not able to keep them. They have loved and taken excellent care of them and are hoping they can stay together. These two are very sweet dogs and Blu is very calm for a Siberian. Both are loving, affectionate, and housebroken.  Neither are good with cats, and they are not recommended for small children as their extra affentionate nature and size could knock a small one over and hurt them unintentionally.

        

Abby & Blue are currently in the Lemore area

              Online Adoption Application

 

          

 

            

 

                      

              

             

      

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

Antoine  2 yr old Male 

 

 

 

 

 Antoine is high spirited, loving 2 year old; needs a home with an experienced Malamute owner without small children or cats. He weighs about 100# needs a supportive, active environment with 6’ high fence. Antoine needs daily training; he is very smart will come when called by name, knows sit, down, stay and wants to shake your hand. He loves his toys especially his pink hedgehog that squeaks. He gets along with a very senior but active 15 year old female malamute. Antoine likes long walks and would love to run.   He is frightened of unusual noises has not spent much time indoors or around people so needs a lot of training and attention. In just the short time he has been in his foster home is more able to settle and less skittish, but he still prfers to sleep outside. Antoine does not like some men especially with a hat, he will growl and can become aggressive, he has always been good with his fosters,  obedient and willing to listen.


He also howls in the early AM for 2-2.5 hours will usually stop by 7:30 to 8AM but according to his previous owner he is receptive to the spray bottle.

As mentioned Antoine would do fine with a female companion but needs an experienced owner that will help break through some of his behaviors.

ADOPTED

 

                            Online Adoption Application

 

              

     

                

      

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

BIG FOOT - 3 Years Old

 


 
Big Foot is 3 years old, and has always been an outside dog, and is not housebroken.  He is a big boy and used to living with 4 other dogs, but lately living on his own outside.  His owners can no longer care for him and give him the attention he deserves. Big Foot is okay with kids but he's pretty big and will knock them down, also he can be a bit too playful for some other dogs. He is used to going to the dog park.

Big Foot is looking for an active home that knows what to expect from a malamute and guide this big boy into his adult years.

 

Big Foot is currently in the Sacramento area.

 

  Online Adoption Application


                                     

 

 

  

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

 

Jasper 2- 3 yr old Male  Mal/Sibe mix

 

 

 

 

Jasper is a  2-3yr old Alaskan Malamute/Siberian Husky mix.  He loves to give kisses and will give you his paw to be petted. Jasper is very loving and friendly with people but other dogs he will need to choose on his own especially if he gets stimulated by other dogs in his vicinity, males in particular. 

Jasper is crate trained so introduction to your household will be alot less stressful for him.

Jasper is currently in the Sacramento area

              Online Adoption Application

 

ADOPTED

 

          

                                  

             

             

      

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

 

Merlin 2 yr old Male

 

 

 

 

Merlin is a gorgeous male approximately 2 yrs old. He has a softer long coat but loves to be brushed.  He knows sit, walks well on leash, rides well in the car and takes treats very gently.  He was introduced to a cat and really just wanted to play. He had no reaction to other dogs barking and carrying on around him.  When met up with a 6 yr old child and an adult he clearly wanted to be with the child.

A very mellow boy.

Merlin is currently in the Sacramento area

              Online Adoption Application

 

          

ADOPTED

                                  

             

             

      

 

 

 

Niko  3 yr old Male 

 

 

 

 

         Niko is about 3yr old.  He's a sweet boy who rides well in the car, knows sit, lay down, and shake, but still pulls a bit on leash. Niko is also crate trained so introduction to your household will be a lot less stressful for him. He didn't much like the vet, but has nothing but friendly with everyone else, except maybe other male dogs. From all accounts this boy's a winner.

 

Niko is currently in the Sacramento area

              Online Adoption Application

 

          

ADOPTED

             

 

            

 

                      

              

             

      

 

 

 

Roxie 4-5 yr old Female

 

 

 

 

Roxie is a very friendly girl weighing in around 80 lbs.  She's very affectionate and rides well in the car. She is very curious about her surroundings. 

Despite her maturity, this is still a quite active girl, just being pulled from the shelter we are just learning about her but she would love a home she could share all her experiences with.

 

Roxie is currently in the Sacramento area

              Online Adoption Application

 

           ADOPTED

                                  

             

             

      

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

Kodiak 2 1/2 yr old Male 

 

 

 

 

Kodiak is new to rescue and we will have more info soon.  He is crate trained, current on all his shots and is now neutered.  He passed the temperament test at the shelter and is ready to go to his new home.
 

Kodiak is currently in the Sacramento area

              Online Adoption Application

 

                 ADOPTED

                                  

             

             

      

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

 

Kaya- 2 - 3 Years Old

  

 

 

 

 

 Kaya is a giant red fluff ball with a puppy personality.  She is very animated and active, not aggressive at all. but she is bossy !! Kaya is a HUGE sweetie to everybody she purposely runs into.  She loves
being petted but shows the typical mal stubbornness and aloofness
.

She is as strong as a horse, needs some training but does want to please.  "Kaya" gives great kisses and loves to be petted and hugged.  All in all, she is a doll (a BIG doll).  She weighs in at 111lbs . She gets along with males, but will need one to match her energy level which is quite high.   Kaya knows some basic commands is housebroken and crate trained.  Kaya is currently in the Sacramento area.

 

 

              Online Adoption Application

 

ADOPTED

                                  

                                                                           

               

             

      

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

Zeuss  3 yr old Male 

 

 

 

 

Zeus is a 3 yr old male that is looking for a home that is able to give him plenty of love and exercise.  He is currently living with the sister of his owner who went into the Air Force.  Zeus is a great running partner.  He is housebroken but is used to being an outside dog.  Currently he is left alone for up to 12 hours a day, which he doesn't like much and is showing it by howling. 

 

Zeus is currently in the Sonora area, if you are interested please fill out our online application.

 

              Online Adoption Application

 

          

 

ADOPTED

 

                                  

             

             

      

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

Jake 2 yr old Male 

 

  

 

 

 

 

Jake is approximately 120 lbs but could stand to loose at least 10 -15 of those, even at that he's a large boy who has had some training.

 

He was reported to get along with other dogs but he seems to be enjoying his time alone.  Jake likes riding in the car, minds well in the house and is very affectionate once he gets to know you. On walks he shows some signs of aggression to other dogs and is guarded around new people. Due to his size we don’t recommend that he be in a home with small children.

 

 

Jake is currently in the Santa Cruz area, if you are interested please fill out our online application.

 

 

 

              Online Adoption Application

 

ADOPTED

                                  

                                                                           

               

             

      

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

 

CHEYENNE - 5 YR OLD FEMALE

 

  

 

 

 

COURTESY POSTING

 

 

         Berkeley Animal Care Services says

"This gentle girl needs an experienced dog-person who will give her lots of opportunities to exercise and will understand her independent nature (this does not mean she will be happy hanging in a backyard all day by herself, or even with another dog).

On the contrary, she bonds strongly with her person. Cheyenne is slightly on the shy side, and heavily on the beautiful side . . . as you can see."

 

ADOPTED


 

                                  

                                                                            

               

             

      

 

 

 

 

 

 

MASKA 2 - 2 1/2   Years Old

 


 

Maska is approximately 2 - 2 1/2 years old.  Maska found himself in the shelter but his owner has a newborn on the way and would not claim him  He is reported to get along with other dogs and kids as young as 5.  Maska is housebroken and appears to have an ear infection as you can see by the picture how he is holding it down.  We are just pulling him from the shelter so this will be treated and will have more info on his personality to follow.

Zeus is currently in the Sacramento area.

If you are interested please fill out our online application.

  Online Adoption Application

 

ADOPTED

 


 

 

 

  

 

Contact Maureen Marcus  spiritofashadow@aol.com  

 

 

Kita - 2 yr old Female

 

  

 

 

 

 

 Kita is an amazing female but she still has the typical malamute traits and although she does get along with other dogs and is currently being fostered in a household that has both males and females, Kita still needs to be monitored especially if she thinks something should be hers and only hers.  Upon first meeting of another dog she will become more possessive until they understand that she will only share when she is willing to share, it may take a few days but when she trusts them she backs off, but again it means monitoring and knowing her actions and reactions. She is housebroken and has been left alone in the house for up to 4 hours. 

 

Kita is currently in the Tracy area.

 

              Online Adoption Application

ADOPTED

 

                                                                            

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

 

KIANA  18 mth old Female

 

  

 

 

 

 

Kiana's owners need to move and can not take her with them.  She is about 17 months old, born October 2009.  She has been spayed and is current on all shots.  She loves everyone she meets and is friendly and playful with other dogs she has met.  The owner has never seen her get aggressive or growl, although she chases the cat like he might be dinner.  Kiana loves her soccer ball, and shoes too.  She has been camping, she loves the water (sprinklers, lake or river, etc) and loves to go for rides in the car or truck.  She also likes rawhide bones but mostly the plain white ones with no flavor.  She does come inside the house for a couple of hours at a time and does not have accidents, but mostly an outside dog.  She loves to play with the owners 8 year old son but still jumps up on him to play.  Kiana's personality seems very typical of the breed in all aspects. 

 

Kiana is currently in the Hollister area.

 

              Online Adoption Application

 

 

 

         ADOPTED 

           

                                  

                                                                               

               

             

      

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

MILA  10 mth old Female

 

Mila is a beautiful 10 month old girl.   Mila is a sweet girl but does need a lot of attention. Before going to the shelter her owner was a single mom, with a teenager and a 10 year old who was not able to give Mila what she needs. 

Milla  is great with kids, has tons of energy,  and has been great with a relatives two dogs, a Border Collie and an Australian Shephard who are both in their senior years.  She definitely likes to play much more than they do but was willing to let them both take on the Alpa role as long as she could just be near them.

Mila would make a great companion for a family who has room for her to run and play.  She is so precious and loving.  She sits on command, can shake hands and plays hide and seek but has a difficult time with coming on command.  As you will see in the picture, she is also a jokester.  She stole the peanut butter off of the counter this day.
 

                                                   Mila is currently in the Sacramento area



                                                                Online Adoption Application


              

                           ADOPTED

 

 

  

 

Contact Maureen Marcus 510-895-9104 or spiritofashadow@aol.com

 

 

 

n 4/29/09 d I am a good dog.

 

                Rescues & Rescue Sites for Malamutes                         

                                                                                          in                 

                        Southern California

 

 

 

                           Alaskan Malamute Rescue of Southern California

                                                     http://www.huskycamp.com   

 

 

Keemo Below  Contact :      Rhonda: 661-266-9779 or  tworhondas@hotmail.com      http://WWW.HUSKYHAVENOFLA.ORG  

 

 

 

Keemo is a big hunk of a Teddy bear. He wouldnt harm a fly intentionally He is just a big lug and is a claude..
 
He craves being petted and having hus belly rubbed. When you do so, he makes purring noises like a little puddy cat!! 

 

Nikki (below)  available through        http://WWW.HUSKYHAVENOFLA.ORG  

 

                                                                                          Alaskan Malamute Picture

                                                  Contact:     Rhonda: 661-266-9779 or  tworhondas@hotmail.com