Kalamals

Julie K.

Certified Breeder of Alaskan Malamutes

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Kalamals located in Virginia. Bringing a dog into your home is a lifelong commitment to its well-being. At Kalamals, it is not about mass-producing puppies or finishing the largest number of champions. It is about breeding healthy, quality representatives of the breed and placing them in loving permanent homes.

Q. & A. with Julie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Love for Alaskan Malamutes started when we bought our first in 1989. We enjoyed her so much we soon found ourselves with four more malamute pets through rescue. We were a rescue foster home for Alaskan Malamutes for 8 years fostering, training, and rehoming over 30 mals in the '90s. By 1998 we purchased our first "show" Alaskan Malamute. By 2020 we have finished 32 owners handled champions.
  • What makes your program special?

    We are always looking to improve our line, I believe that a breeder should focus first on the health, structure, and temperament of a dog and for this reason, only dogs that are physically healthy with OFA certified hips and eyes and mentally sound will be bred at KalaMals. Sire and Dams are normally an AKC Champions. We take pride in each and every litter we produce.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Julie

Julie 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Email kalamals@swva for deposit information.”

Contract & health guarantee

Julie 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 Julie 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 Julie 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
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming

Location & pick-up

You can fly or drive to pick up your puppy from Julie.

  • Meet in Virginia

  • Meet at ROA airport

More about Julie

  • Julie has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

    Julie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Julie’s links

Julie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Kalamals 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Kalamals 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.

  • 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.

  • 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).

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