Sno-Ridge Alaskan Malamutes est 1972
- Mc Henry, IL
- Responds within a few days
Available puppies
Boy 2
Ready now
5 months old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Cindy H., the breeder behind Sno-Ridge Alaskan Malamutes est 1972 located in Mc Henry, IL. We are a small kennel in Northwest suburb of Illinois. We breed for quality not quantity. Sno-Ridge is home to “Tyce” The Number 1 Alaskan Malamute in the USA for 2023 - 2 time Best of Breed Westminster Winner! Home of Multiple Best in Show, National Specialty and Top Producers since 1972. All our dogs are certified AKC Champions, OFA certified good or excellent hips, elbows normal, eyes normal, cardiac normal, polyneuropathy normal and clear of Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia in the Alaskan Malamute . We breed for good health and sweet temperaments with beauty, brains and brawn. Generations of AKC Champions. Our dogs are raised in the house and are well socialized with people and other dogs.
Q. & A. with Cindy
Why did you start breeding?
I am second generation dog breeder. My late mother (Eileen Kinnas) was my mentor.What makes your program special?
Our kennel is over 55 years old now. I have been studying this magnificent breed forever.. I am fortunate to know all of the dogs in the pedigrees for generations. Making sure all heath requirement’s have been done… and knowing all the temperaments are sound. Health and temperament is our priority.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are gray 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.
Bleu
Went homeMale
Violet
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Cindy
Cindy 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
Connect with Cindy to learn more details about pricing.
“Puppies are wormed, have their first vaccination and are vet checked healthy before they go to their forever home. They come with a contract, health guarantee and AKC papers.”
Contract & health guarantee
Cindy 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 Cindy 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 Cindy 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 in new places
- Scent introduction
- 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
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Cindy.
Puppy pick-up locations
Meet in Mc Henry, IL
More about Cindy
Club memberships
Cindy is a member of AMCA.
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified.
Cindy has been a member of Good Dog for 7 months
Cindy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Cindy’s links
Cindy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Sno-Ridge Alaskan Malamutes est 1972 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
Dior, mom
Alaskan Malamute
About Dior
Dior is a female Alaskan Malamute. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cindy decided to make her part of their program. Cindy 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
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Sno-Ridge Alaskan Malamutes est 1972 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.
Primary Ciliary Dyskenesia (Malamute Type) - Single Assay Test, 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).
