Henlo Fren!
My name is Kaiju Bear, and I'm a half Alaskan Malamute, half Akita rescue pup. My pawrents call that mix a "Kitamoo" and it means I am pretty much the best of both breeds! I have the energy, stamina, and goofiness of a Malamute combined with the loyalty, alertness, and protectiveness of an Akita. And of course the strength and stubbornness that is common to both!
My given name "Kaiju" is a Japanese word that roughly translates to "Monster" or "Strange Beast" in English - it fits me perfectly! My litter name "Bear" became my middle name and it fits me pretty perfectly as well. I'm a lovable little zoomie monster and a total snuggle bear!
There is nothing I love more than a cold, snowy adventure in the mountains. I call the Pacific Northwest home but have been known to travel far and wide in search of fresh snow! I unfortunately have elbow dysplasia but employ a number of interventions that keep my joints healthy so that I can keep the adventures going strong all winter long!
I was adopted through WAMAL in January 2020 by a family that needed me more than they ever could have known. They devote themselves to giving me my best life, and in return I fill their lives with joy and laughter! I'd say that's a pretty fair trade!
Favorite spot to get rubs and scritches...but only from favorite people. Being presented with the bummy to rub is considered a great honor.
BUMMY
Velvety-soft audio filters capable of hearing a treat pouch being opened from a mile away. Active noise cancellation features filter out annoying background noise like pawrents' commands. Normally carried down and relaxed, but stand upright when engaged in mischeif and can disappear completely in baby seal mode.
EARSIES
Contains teefs and a licker. Creates bleps, produces borks and awoos, and delivers kisses. Also snaccs go in here.
MOUF
Extremely boopable. Can detect frens, family, and food from great distance and cannot be fooled. Conveys greetings when pushed into your bum or crotch areas.
SNOOT
Solid muscle and prone to frequent but unpredictable zoomies.
LEGGIES
Frequently aired out in upside-down mode. Can be licked in public to embarass pawrents.
NAUGHTY BITS
Squishable, smooshable, densely furred area that can be kneaded for stress relief.
DEWLAP
Round, expressive, adorable orbs capable of manipulating humans into basically anything
EYES
Broad, flat, softly furred surface that is perfect for petting and smooching. Constantly thinking up new forms of mischief.
NOGGIN
TAIL PLUME
Magnificent floofage usually carried in a tight curl, but can be unfurled for use as a rudder during zoomies.
Contain toesies which contain toebeans, all of which are adorable. Used for excavating large amounts of snow or sand. Also suitable for whaccing pawrents when attention is required, or smaccing frens during vigourous play.
PAWSIES
Rub it.
BELLY
A very special marking that looks like a comma when fully visible. Visual symbol of a continuation of love and connection with a special dog.
COMMA
Anatomy of a Kaiju Bear
Hover over each star to learn all about my unique features and how they make me ME!
Welcome to the
Adventures of Kaiju Bear!
These are a few of my favorite things!
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My favorite adventure fuel for all my hiking and snowshoeing trips! Sustainably sourced, high quality proteins paired with superfoods provide optimal nourishment to support active muscles and joints. Most importantly, they are tasty so even picky pups like me consider them high value treats!
The most stylish, best fitting flannel and cotton bandanas around! Inclusive sizing, excellent drape, and multiple snaps to dial in the fit. These bandanas really help my dark fur "pop" in photos. For some reason they also seem to help people be less intimidated when they meet me in person!
Premium quality orthopedic foam beds that are both comfortable and durable. These beds provide cushioning and support that is so important for joint health, especially for bigger, older, or arthritic dogs. I thrive in cold temps, so I prefer to add the KulKote option to mine to stay comfy but cool!
I've been brushing nightly with PetSmile since I was a tiny pup and in all that time I've never needed a dental - when I was under anesthesia for a different procedure my vet went to scrape my teeth and couldn't find any tartar to scrape! It's also the only pet toothpaste on the market to carry the VOHC Seal of acceptance.
The Kaiju Bear Blog
I love Instagram but there are some topics and adventures that I can't really cover in a simple post/reel caption! So I'll be using this page to post the occasional blog entry with more detailed writeups about my adventures and lifestyle, my elbow dysplasia journey, product reviews, and overall doggo thoughts on life! Is there anything in particular you'd be interested in seeing in my blog? If so, send me your suggestions below!
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I may have found my perfect furever family, but sadly there are still soooo many wonderful dogs like me desperately looking for homes and foster homes. If you are located in the Pacific Northwest, and have the capacity and dog-savviness to foster or adopt a Malamute please consider applying with WAMAL Rescue - you would be saving a life, and getting a new best fren in the process!
If you aren't in the PNW or can't foster or adopt right now, donations are always gratefully accepted and are used entirely towards the care of the dogs. WAMAL is a 501c3 nonprofit rescue. Check out the website for all the ways you can help!