I'm Heather G., the breeder behind Snowshoe Samoyeds located in Rileyville, VA. It is my goal to learn, understand, appreciate and further this breed through research, patience, and using every resource available to me to ensure that I am doing what is best for the future of this already spectacular breed. I devote my heart and soul into every dog I own and produce. Each litter is carefully planned with the best interest of the breed. I breed for type, structure, movement and temperament.
Q. & A. with Heather
What makes your program special?
I focus on quality structure, temperaments, and health. I breed to standard!
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Champion Sired Aqua Female
Went home
Female
Champion Sired Blue Male
Went home
Male
Champion Sired Green Female
Went home
Female
Champion Sired Brown Male
Went home
Male
Champion Sired Yellow Female
Went home
Female
Champion Sired Tan Male
Went home
Male
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
Connect with Heather to learn more details about pricing.
“The purchase price includes dewclaw removal, multiple dewormings, vet exam, one to two vaccinations and microchip. Puppies come with an informational puppy pack which includes pedigree, feeding instructions, 2-year health guarantee, and AKC registration application. . $500.”
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.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Heather.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Rileyville, VA
53 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Washington Dulles Airport
6 miles away
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Meet in Washington D.C., DC
25 miles away
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More about Heather
Club memberships
Heather is a member of East Tennessee Working Group Association , Potomac Valley Samoyed Club, Metropolitan Samoyed Club of Atlanta, American Kennel Club (AKC) Breeder of Merit, and Samoyed Club of America.
Heather has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Heather was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Snowshoe 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
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Snowshoe 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
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.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
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).