I'm Jennifer U., the breeder behind Equinox Kennels located in Sanford, ME. Our dogs are our family pets and we actively show them in conformation in AKC and UKC. We do health test. When we breed the focus is on producing healthy dogs that are bred to standard and have wonderful temperaments. Our focus is competing and having fun so we only breed maybe once a year.
Q. & A. with Jennifer
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Jennifer
Jennifer 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and $1,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Pay over time with Klarna.
“AKC Registration
1st (and 2nd, age depending) Vaccinations
Microchip
3 Rounds of Deworming
Health Certificate
Puppy Pack
Lifetime Breeder Support. All puppies are priced the same regardless of age, color, size, or if they are pet or show. Puppy cannot be picked up until paid in full.”
Contract & health guarantee
Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer directly.
Equinox Kennels 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Equinox Kennels 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
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 Examination (rDVM, not 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.
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).