Big, Playful, and Furry: the Alaskan Malamute

9. They have a strong prey drive

If raised with other pets, Malamutes can adapt to living with other pets, including cats, but must be taught not to chase them. They tend to be aggressive towards other dogs of the same sex, however. Socialization and supervision are essential when these dogs are learning to interact with other pets in the household. As for children, Malamutes tend to be patient, and they adore interactions with younger humans in the home. However, due to their size and level of playfulness, Malamutes can get over-exuberant and knock little ones down. Supervise all interactions between dogs and children.