More: Elias is a 1 yr old Alaskan Malamute. He is the sweetest, smartest, silliest dog I’ve owned. He was born with a congenital hole in his heart. It was stressful in the beginning with all the puppy-cardiologist visits. But a year later he is doing great & hikes & plays like every other dog. He’s so tuned in to our family as well. When anyone is having a tough day, he will sit with them & snuggle. He’s a dream.