Alpenglow Alaskan Malamutes
Meet the breeder
I'm Stefanie D., the breeder behind Alpenglow Alaskan Malamutes located in Iowa City, IA. We breed AKC Alaskan Malamutes keeping health, temperament, & sound structure in mind. 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 absolutely obsessed with dogs my entire life and I’ve always had a passion for well-bred dogs and approaching it the "right" way - utilizing all science has given us to choose the best breeding practices. 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 Alaskan Malamute.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 training advice, guidance to the introduction of dog sports(if interested), etc. We are LGBTQ+ allies 🫶What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include agouti 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.
Agatha
Went homeFemale
Lorelei
Went homeFemale
Bruno
Went homeMale
Lance
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 to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $250 deposit and $1,950 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Includes veterinarian exam/age-appropriate vaccinations, microchip, congenital health guarantee, first 30 days of pet insurance, AKC registration, a go-home bag, and a lifetime of support. The deposit is deducted from 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
- 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
- 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 Eastern Iowa Airport
773 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 almost 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 the foundation of our kennel. She is extremely sweet with her 4 housemate “sisters,” our young niece and nephew, and generally ignores other dogs in a public settings. Like most malamutes, she is very food motivated! She has enjoyed the conformation and obedience rings and is a solid teammate in harness.
Excellent health testing
DNA Coat/Trait Panel, OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, +6 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported 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 (Preliminary), 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.
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).
