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Murray

Alaskan Malamute · Male · Adult · 4 years

Murray Is Looking for His Perfect MatchCould you be the person who helps Murray’s next chapter be his best one yet?Murray is a handsome, strong, affectionate Alaskan Malamute who can form wonderful bonds with people he knows and trusts. He has plenty of character, and for the right person, building a relationship with him could be incredibly rewarding.Murray needs an experienced adopter who understands large, powerful dogs and is willing to invest time, patience and understanding in helping him thrive, with ongoing support from our Behaviour Team.Could You Be Murray’s Perfect Match?Murray needs an adult-only home with confident, experienced handlers. Experience with Malamutes or similar breeds would be an advantage, alongside a willingness to learn about Murray’s individual needs.He’ll need a calm, predictable home where he can relax undisturbed, with his own resting space and a separate feeding area. A large, private garden with secure six-foot fencing is essential, and we’ll carry out a home visit to check its suitability.Murray must be the only dog in the home, and a cat-free household is also required. His ideal person will enjoy an active lifestyle, offering appropriate walks, sniffing opportunities, enrichment and positive training, while respecting his need for space and time to relax.Murray has also been introduced to muzzle training, using a gradual, positive approach. This is an important part of his ongoing training and helps his handlers support him safely and confidently. His new family will receive guidance from our Behaviour Team on continuing this training and making sure it remains a positive experience for Murray.Getting to Know MurrayMurray needs someone who understands that trust takes time and is willing to learn how to manage his belongings and recognise his body language safely. Our Behaviour Team will provide practical guidance and support throughout the .Murray may not be the right match for everyone, but for someone with the right experience, understanding and home environment, he could become a truly rewarding companion.We’re looking for someone who can see beyond Murray’s size, appreciate his character and give him the time and understanding he needs to flourish.Could that person be you? We’d love to hear from you.

Size

Large

Age

Adult · 4 years

Location

🇬🇧Saint Columb

Shelter

RSPCA Cornwall Branch

Living with Murray

✕Neutered
✕Good with dogs
✕Good with kids

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About Murray

What life with Murray looks like

Murray is a large adult alaskan malamute dog waiting at RSPCA Cornwall Branch in Saint Columb.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇬🇧Adopting from United Kingdom

UK shelters work under the Pet Travel Scheme (post-Brexit, the EU pet passport is not valid; a UK Animal Health Certificate is required for travel into the EU). Most UK rescues focus on domestic placements but some work with EU partners.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Murray, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Murray?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. RSPCA Cornwall Branch handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Murray on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Murray if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — RSPCA Cornwall Branch will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. UK adopters: post-Brexit travel into the EU requires an Animal Health Certificate. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Murray already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?: Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Murray isn't the right fit?: Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with RSPCA Cornwall Branch early rather than rehoming privately; they know Murray and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?: TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (EN). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.