resources
Resource links
Links for health, pet gear & supplies, general breed, rescue/adoption resources, training, general canine, feeding raw and pet food. If you are looking for links to affiliate rescues, please click the link below.
Health Related
- Merck Vet Manual – the best place to go for veterinary information
- PetMD.com, Alaskan Malamute – Characteristics, personality, temperament, care, health, history and background.
- PetMD.com, Siberian Husky – Characteristics, personality, temperament, care, health, history and background
- Kymythy.com – Holistic Care and Natural Nutrition for dogs, cats and their humans – She also has a good book on feeding the “raw” diet called Natural Nutrition for Dogs and Cats.
- The Whole Dog Journal – offers well-researched, in-depth articles about all aspects of dog care and training.
- Dog Aware – Excellent site for canine diet and health.
- Wondercide Natural Products – non-toxic flea, tick and other pest control for pets and people.
- Buck Mountain Botanicals – non-toxic flea tick and other health products for pets and horses. Available through vets and pet stores.
Online Pet Gear, Supplies, Clothing/Merchandise
- Only Natural Pet Store – from meal time to treat time and beyond, find healthy, natural, and sustainable products
- Olive Green Dog – your place to find safe environmental friendly and well designed food for your furry friend
- PetEdge Groomer Stylist – grooming supplies
- Easy Walk Harness by Premier – great harness for those Mals that love to pull! They also make a Gentle Leader Headcollar that works quite well
- Black Ice Sledding – ultimate guide to dog sledding
- Adanac Sleds and Equipment – Very affordable ski-joring and bike-joring equipment
- Howling Dog Alaska – Biking, Skijoring, Booties, & more
- RuffWear – harnesses, leashes, collars, booties, accessories & more
- Rockin Dogs – northern breed apparel, mugs & more
Training resources
- Boise, ID area – force free, positive reinforcement trainers;
- FREE Dog Training Resources – CHAAMP dog training resources
- Patricia McConnell, PhD – Your source for science and soul in dog training and behavior
- Karen Pryor Academy – find a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Trainer
- Turid Rugaas – International Dog Trainer with lots of great info.
- Dangers of Choke and Prong Collars – by well respected positive reinforcement trainer, Victoria Stilwell
- Dogwise – Good site for training books, streaming video & more
- Fearful Dogs – resources to help fearful, shy and anxious dogs
- Husky Proofing Your Yard – methods to keep your dog from climbing a fence
- 5 Dogs and a Baby – Proactive training that will prepare your dog to welcome your new baby
- Urban Dawgs – Positive, Reward Based Training For Dogs of All Ages
- Many in the dog community feel the Cesar Millan way is not the right way. Here are articles supporting this view:
- Beyond Cesar Millan – Andrew Luescher, DVM, PhD, DACVB
- Talk Softly and Carry a Carrot, Not a Stick – Jean Donaldson
- Pack of Lies – Mark Derr, The New York Times
- Beyond Cesar Millan Website – Bringing together people who oppose cruel, violent or bullying methods of training or rehabilitating dogs; also those who question or challenge pack leadership, dominance theory, dog-as-wolf and other outdated ideas.
- The Dominance Controversy – Dr. Sophia Yin, CattleDog Publishing
General Breed and rescue/adoption Resources
- Alaskan Malamute Club of America – AKC National Breed Club for Alaskan Malamutes
- Dog’s in Danger – helping shelters find homes for dogs at risk of being euthanized
- Petfinder – National database of adoptable animals.
- Adopt-A-Pet – National database of adoptable animals.
General Canine Related:
- American Kennel Club – breed research, expert advice, products & services, sports & events, clubs & delegates
- Comparison of Traits of Responsible Hobby Breeders and Traits of Backyard Breeders.
- Pet Friendly Hotels – This site contains information about Pet Friendly Hotels.
- Dog Aware – canine nutrition and health
- Whole Dog Journal – well researched, in depth articles about all aspects of dog care and training
- waggle.org – company is a non-profit that crowd source/funds vet care
11 things no one told you about owning a dog – guide on some lesser-known facts that every dog owner should consider
Feeding Raw
- Raw and Natural Nutrition for Dogs – excellent book on feeding raw
- Biologically Appropriate Raw Food (BARF) – complete and carefully balanced blend of raw meat, fruits, vegetables and bone
- Raw Meaty Bones – benefits of feeding bones by Veterinarian Tom Lonsdale
- Kymythy.com – holistic care and natural nutrition for dogs, cats & their humans
Pet Food companies
- Dog Food Analysis – independent analysis for dog food
- Dog Food Advisor – Dog food reviews and dog food ratings updated regularly
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