We urge everyone to please consider the following statements when pursuing a tamaskan from reputable breeders;
Tams are typically not recommended for first time dog owners because they require a lot of time, energy and patience. They must receive proper socialization as a puppy and an adult! Ideal homes generally have large, fenced in yards, experience with northern breed dogs, and another dog in the home. Only people who are ready to dedicate the necessary work to properly socialize, train, and care for an northern breed dog should consider adding a tam to their family.
They have thick double coats - Meaning they shed year round and ARE NOT hypoallergenic! They need to be brushed regularly but do not need to go to the groomer for a haircut.
They are muscular, athletically inclined dogs - Meaning they love to pull on walks and have plenty of energy!
They are pack oriented dogs - Meaning they want to be part of a family, do best with multi-dog homes and can suffer from separation anxiety!
They are also known for their independent intelligence, husky-like stubbornness, and prey drive!
All this being said, tams truly do make wonderful companions and can bring so much joy to the right type of home. Even if new to dogs, homes should be willing to learn more about the breed, research proper puppy socialization, and learn how to think like a dog!
Tamaskan puppies are rare, and people typically wait upwards of a year on waiting lists. Please be patient and know that bringing a tam home from a reputable breeder is the best way to go about it. Do not trust sites that always have puppies available as this is indicative of a puppy mill!
Tams are typically not recommended for first time dog owners because they require a lot of time, energy and patience. They must receive proper socialization as a puppy and an adult! Ideal homes generally have large, fenced in yards, experience with northern breed dogs, and another dog in the home. Only people who are ready to dedicate the necessary work to properly socialize, train, and care for an northern breed dog should consider adding a tam to their family.
They have thick double coats - Meaning they shed year round and ARE NOT hypoallergenic! They need to be brushed regularly but do not need to go to the groomer for a haircut.
They are muscular, athletically inclined dogs - Meaning they love to pull on walks and have plenty of energy!
They are pack oriented dogs - Meaning they want to be part of a family, do best with multi-dog homes and can suffer from separation anxiety!
They are also known for their independent intelligence, husky-like stubbornness, and prey drive!
All this being said, tams truly do make wonderful companions and can bring so much joy to the right type of home. Even if new to dogs, homes should be willing to learn more about the breed, research proper puppy socialization, and learn how to think like a dog!
Tamaskan puppies are rare, and people typically wait upwards of a year on waiting lists. Please be patient and know that bringing a tam home from a reputable breeder is the best way to go about it. Do not trust sites that always have puppies available as this is indicative of a puppy mill!