I'm Eleanor and Michael V., the breeder behind Hill Country Samoyeds located in San Antonio, TX. We are a Texas based samoyed kennel. We are strong advocates of proper breeding practices and run our kennel accordingly. Breeder support for all of our clients and a continued effort to enhance the breed are the main objectives of our program. We strive to stay connected to our buyers long after our puppies go home! Hillcountrysamoyeds on Insta.
Q. & A. with Eleanor and Michael
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include white and biscuit 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.
Green Boy
Went home
Male
Red Boy
Went home
Male
Yellow Girl
Went home
Female
Black Boy
Went home
Male
Purple Girl
Went home
Female
Blue Boy
Went home
Male
Pink Girl
Went home
Female
Yellow Girl
Went home
Female
Red Boy
Went home
Male
Pink Girl
Went home
Female
Purple Girl
Went home
Female
Green Boy
Went home
Male
Green Boy
Went home
Male
Purple Girl
Went home
Female
Blue Boy
Went home
Male
Red Boy
Went home
Male
Yellow girl
Went home
Female
Pink Girl
Went home
Female
White Girl
Went home
Female
Green boy
Went home
Male
Yellow Girl
Went home
Female
Pink Girl
Went home
Female
Purple Girl
Went home
Female
Blue Boy
Went home
Male
Red Boy
Went home
Male
Orange Boy
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Eleanor and Michael
Eleanor and Michael 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 deposit and $2,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes the puppy, first shot, microchip, and deworming. Refundable in the event that a puppy has a communicable disease or passes away in our care.”
Contract & health guarantee
Eleanor and Michael 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 Eleanor and Michael 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 Eleanor and Michael directly.
Hill Country Samoyeds 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
Litter and program updates
Eleanor and Michael V.
Program update on 28 June •
Red boys' milk face !
Eleanor and Michael V.
Program update on 15 June •
Happy Father's Day to buko !!
Eleanor and Michael V.
Program update on 21 Jan. •
Puppies all going to their new homes!!
Eleanor and Michael V.
Program update on 21 Dec. 2024 •
Getting floofier!
Eleanor and Michael V.
Program update on 23 Nov. 2024 •
Babies have been born 💓
Parent dogs
Yuki, mom
Samoyed
About Yuki
Yuki is a female Samoyed. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Eleanor and Michael decided to make her part of their program. Eleanor and Michael has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Buko, dad
Samoyed
About Buko
Buko is a male Samoyed. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Eleanor and Michael decided to make him part of their program. Eleanor and Michael has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Hill Country Samoyeds 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Eleanor and Michael to bring home their puppies.
jen d.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
+4
Eleanor and Michael were responsive and worked with us to match the right puppy for our family! They are knowledgeable about the breed. I know they continue to be available as a valuable resource!
Jose P.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
+5
Eleanor was very communicative, super nice person and every time she updated us about our puppy. Me and my girl are happy to get this cute puppy from her
JB
Jason B.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
Eleanor was very responsive and send me multiple updates about the puppy. She worked with my flight nanny, even though the timeslot on her side was very early in the morning. The puppy arrived in great health and has clearly been socialized around people.
I am so excited to watch this little love bug grow up!
Tawni C.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
+6
Picked up my puppy Oso 2 weeks ago and he’s the best, most handsome boy! Hill Country Samoyeds was communicative, helpful and easy to work with! Highly recommend.
Hannah H.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
+4
Eleanor was amazing! Very responsive and was very knowledgeable about the breed. She answered every question we had and was always willing to help out if we needed help down the road. The process was very easy and she kept us updated with everything before we got our puppy. It was such a great experience and we are so thankful to have found Hill Country Samoyeds!
Rohan M.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
+6
This was a great first time experience with getting a dog from a breeder! Eleanor was super helpful and responsive with questions and constantly kept us up to date with the puppies' growth and personality so we could pick the one best suited to us, and Lumi has been a gem ever since!