Alpenglow Alaskan Malamutes
- Iowa City, IA
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Planned Alaskan Malamute litter
Due May 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Stefanie D., the breeder behind Alpenglow Alaskan Malamutes located in Iowa City, IA. We breed AKC Alaskan Malamutes with the goal of producing healthy physically and mentally sound puppies. Every one of our puppies is a family pet above all else, but we occasionally have show & working prospects. We use the Alaskan Malamute Club of America’s breed standard as our guide.
Q. & A. with Stefanie
Why did you start breeding?
I have been enamored with dogs my entire life. I’ve always had a passion for well-bred dogs and approaching breeding in a thoughtful way - utilizing what science has given us (health testing, best practices for puppy and momma care) to produce well-balanced dogs. I think of it as a duty to use my drive, passion, skills, and knowledge to preserve and contribute to the amazing history of the breed.What makes your program special?
We stand behind our puppies and will always be present for the entirety of their lives. We want to support you and your puppy in any way we can; puppy owners become a part of our family. A puppy from us is more than just a furry friend - you are also getting someone to consult for any questions at all, general guidance, management / training advice, and someone to share silly photos with.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable and white and gray and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Lance
Went homeMale
Agatha
Went homeFemale
Lorelei
Went homeFemale
Bruno
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Stefanie
Stefanie has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
Stefanie partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.
“We live and breathe our puppies from birth until they're in your arms on their way to their new home - we consider the consistencies in personality and temperament as each puppy develops week-to-week. While all of our puppies make for fabulous family companions, this attention to detail is especially helpful for those wanting to show or work their puppy/dog.”
Price
“Includes veterinarian-administered vaccinations, health exam w/ certificate, microchipping, congenital health guarantee, AKC registration, a go-home bag, and a lifetime of friendship and support. The deposit is applied to the total purchase price.”
Contract & health guarantee
Stefanie may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Stefanie offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Stefanie directly.
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What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Stefanie.
Breeder's location
Meet in Iowa City, IA
759 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Chicago Midway Airport
573 miles away
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Meet in Chicago, IL
568 miles away
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More about Stefanie
Club memberships
Stefanie is a member of Iowa Malamute Club and Alaskan Malamute Club of America.
Stefanie has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Stefanie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Stefanie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Alpenglow Alaskan Malamutes meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Flora, mom
Alaskan Malamute
About Flora
Flora is extremely sweet with people, including our young nephew and niece, and excellent with her canine housemates (females and males). I like to say she has a good "on" switch, because she is generally quite relaxed until asked otherwise. She has enjoyed the conformation and obedience rings and is a solid teammate in harness. She is OFA registered excellent hips, normal elbows, normal eyes, and free of all testable genetic conditions.
Excellent health testing
DNA Coat/Trait Panel, OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, +6 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Alpenglow Alaskan Malamutes reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Alaskan Malamutes.
Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary), Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Cone Degeneration, Primary Ciliary Dyskenesia (Malamute Type) - Single Assay Test, DNA Disease Panel, Polyneuropathy (NDRG1), Alaskan Malamute Type
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
