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New River Valley Malamutes
- Independence, VA
- Responds within a day
Available puppies
Toffee
Ready Dec. 27
2 weeks old · Male
Latte
Ready Dec. 27
2 weeks old · Female
Mocha
Ready Dec. 27
2 weeks old · Male
Truffle
Ready Dec. 27
2 weeks old · Male
Juno
Ready Dec. 9
5 weeks old · Female
Kora
Ready Dec. 9
5 weeks old · Female
Meet the breeder
I'm Heather H., the breeder behind New River Valley Malamutes located in Independence, VA. We are a small hobby breeder who only have 2 to 4 litters a year. All of our dogs are loved cared for and socialized. Our mission is to breed the very best dogs that we can, to raise them with love, and to select their future homes with careful attention.
Q. & A. with Heather
Why did you start breeding?
I started out working with a rescue in 2009. Eventually I rescued an Alaskan Malamute named Dakota. And of course I adopted him. After that I fell in love with the breed. I had to stop rescuing because I was deployed and when I got home I started breeding and have been in love ever since. We have been breeding for over 10 years now.What makes your program special?
Our breeding program is special because the whole family is involved, we all work hard and spend as much time with our sweet babies as possible, they are also socialized with cats and other dogs. I also dont mind if people come visit and if they are too far away video chatting is always an option.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include seal and white, sable and white, gray and white, red and white, agouti and white, black and white, and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.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.
Wolfgang
ReservedMale
Enzo
ReservedMale
Ryka
ReservedFemale
Roux
ReservedFemale
Riven
ReservedMale
Hazelnut
ReservedFemale
Hershey
ReservedMale
Bulleit (black collar)
Went homeMale
Forrest (Blue Collar)
Went homeMale
Frey (No collar)
Went homeFemale
Weller ( Red collar)
Went homeMale
Maple (Purple Collar)
Went homeFemale
Sierra (Orange collar)
Went homeFemale
Rose (Pink collar)
Went homeFemale
Lelou
Went homeMale
Volk
Went homeMale
Tala
Went homeFemale
Lobo
Went homeMale
Neptune
Went homeMale
Maverick
Went homeMale
Pumpkin
Went homeFemale
Autumn
Went homeFemale
Spice
Went homeFemale
Jora
Went homeFemale
Archer
Went homeMale
Cordelia
Went homeFemale
Penny
Went homeFemale
River
Went homeMale
Tiberius
Went homeMale
Guinevere
Went homeFemale
Meadow
Went homeFemale
Luna
Went homeFemale
Shadow
Went homeMale
Noshoba
Went homeMale
Marvin
Went homeMale
Hailey
Went homeFemale
Briar
Went homeFemale
River
Went homeFemale
Cherry
Went homeFemale
Fern
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Heather
Heather 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 $600 non-refundable deposit and between $1,200 - $1,600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“We require a $600 non-refundable deposit to reserve a puppy. The pricing is determined when the puppies are born. All of the puppies in the litter are the same price. Regardless of color or gender. we require a deposit of 600.00 to reserve the sweet baby of your choice.”
Contract & health guarantee
Heather 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 Heather 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 Heather 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
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Heather.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Independence, VA
4329 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Roanoke–Blacksburg Airport (Woodrum Field)
4248 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Heather can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Heather
Heather has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Heather was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Heather’s links
Heather is a trusted Good Dog breeder
New River Valley 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
Litter and program updates
Heather H.
Program update on 08 Nov. •
Heather H.
Program update on 08 Nov. •
Heather H.
Program update on 08 Nov. •
Heather H.
Litter update on 20 Dec. 2024 •
Stark and Anastasia's litter
Heather H.
Litter update on 20 Dec. 2024 •
Stark and Anastasia's litter
Parent dogs
Clare, mom
Alaskan Malamute
About Clare
Clare is a female Alaskan Malamute. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Heather decided to make her part of their program. Heather 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.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.Onyx, mom
Alaskan Malamute
About Onyx
Onyx is a female Alaskan Malamute over 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Heather decided to make her part of their program. Heather 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.
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel.Kuma, dad
Alaskan Malamute
About Kuma
Kuma is a male Alaskan Malamute. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Heather decided to make him part of their program. Heather 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.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.Anastasia, mom
Alaskan Malamute
About Anastasia
Anastasia is a female Alaskan Malamute. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Heather decided to make her part of their program. Heather 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.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.Regal, mom
Alaskan Malamute
About Regal
Regal is a female Alaskan Malamute over 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Heather decided to make her part of their program. Heather 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.
Good health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Rollo, dad
Alaskan Malamute
About Rollo
Rollo is a male Alaskan Malamute. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Heather decided to make him part of their program. Heather 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.
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
New River Valley 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 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 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.
Full Embark Panel
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Heather to bring home their puppies.
Deonne L.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
+8This was truly an amazing and blessed experience. I found my new baby and Heather sent pics every week so I could watch her grow. When we finally met it was love at first site! And as she has settled into the groove it is very apparent that Heather and her family invested time in her to groom and work with her to be am amazing dog. My Tallulah is the light of my life and the whole family enjoys her smiling face and sparky personality. Thank you Heather SO much!
Amanda S.
Verified owner · June 2023
Heather was wonderful! She responded to all of my messages very quickly. We could tell how much she cares for her Malamutes.
