Malamutes are loyal and very affectionate toward their pack and family members. They adopt easily to several environments. They love people and children but also love their independance.
Malamutes require a lot of love and attention, especially when they are young. Lack of affection and a clear sense of the malamute's place in your family right from the start, could result in unwanted behaviour later on in life.
The love you give a malmute is returned by it with interest!