Alaskan Malamute Refuses to Walk on Ice in Norway

Puppy's owner says Nanuq staged an adorable protest against crossing the frozen surface.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A puppy in Bergen, Norway, refused to walk across an icy surface, with its owner saying the Alaskan Malamute named Nanuq staged an adorable protest by digging in its heels and refusing to move forward.

Why it matters

The video of the stubborn pup highlights the challenges pet owners can face when dealing with animals that are unwilling to cooperate, especially in inclement weather conditions that may be unsafe for them to traverse.

The details

Nanuq's owner reported that the puppy wanted to head in a different direction and would not budge when asked to walk across the ice. It took some coaxing and encouragement to eventually get the Alaskan Malamute to cooperate and continue on their walk.

  • The incident occurred on February 25, 2026 in Bergen, Norway.

The players

Nanuq

An Alaskan Malamute puppy who refused to walk across an icy surface in Bergen, Norway.

Nanuq's owner

The person responsible for walking Nanuq, who had to convince the puppy to continue on their walk.

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What they’re saying

“After wanting to head in another direction, the pup's owner says Nanuq refused to walk across the ice.”

— Nanuq's owner (weather.com)

The takeaway

This video serves as a lighthearted reminder that pet owners must be patient and understanding when their animals are hesitant to traverse potentially dangerous conditions, even if it means taking a different route or finding creative ways to encourage cooperation.