ChinookStar Sams
- Bernalillo County, NM
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Kathleen R., the breeder behind ChinookStar Sams located in Bernalillo County, NM. We offer top-quality Samoyeds with a versatile, focused program striving to produce dogs that have great working drive and excel in the show ring. We pay special attention to health, temperament, and structure in our breeding pairs to ensure that we are producing the best quality puppies. We look forward to connecting with you!
Q. & A. with Kathleen
Why did you start breeding?
I understand the very important role that breeders undertake; today’s breeders are the guardians of the future Samoyeds. I am dedicated to continuing my phenomenal bloodlines in an effort to provide others with loving, healthy, and happy puppies. Rest assured, this is where amazing temperament, health, and beauty meet!What makes your program special?
I focus on breeding excellence. I do not produce puppies unless my breeding stock is fully healthy, genetically tested, and are excellent representations of the breed. My priority is quality over quantity and my puppies are placed in loving homes that I have reviewed carefully. At ChinookStar, beauty is a given, but producing healthy, loving, and versatile Samoyeds is my true goal.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Kathleen
Kathleen 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
Contract & health guarantee
Kathleen 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 Kathleen 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 Kathleen directly.
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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kathleen.
Breeder's location
Meet in Bernalillo County, NM
More about Kathleen
Club memberships
Kathleen is a member of Samoyed Club of America, Inc..
Kathleen has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Kathleen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Kathleen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
ChinookStar Sams 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 health testing
Excellent level
ChinookStar Sams 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 Samoyeds.
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.
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.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Retinal Dysplasia/Oculoskeletal Dysplasia 1 (RD OSD)
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).
