Vanguard Chinooks
- Blairstown, NJ
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Planned Chinook litter
Due Dec. 2025
Ready Feb. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Karen H., the breeder behind Vanguard Chinooks located in Blairstown, NJ. Temperament and health are paramount, along with a functional body. I breed both purebred litters, and support the Chinook Breed Conservation Program. The CBCP is a program supported by the breed parent club and United Kennel Club that supports outcrossing to non-Chinooks to add genetic diversity.
Q. & A. with Karen
Why did you start breeding?
I simply fell in love with Chinooks when I met them at the National Specialty in 2005. I immediately felt invested in the community and in ensuring a breed this rare (less than 100 puppies born most years) has a solid future. I was blessed with wonderful mentors in the community who aided me in my first steps into breeding with my goal of ensuring Chinooks have a sustainable future.What makes your program special?
My goal has *always* been to "lead the way to Chinook magic"… especially through the use of science. Leveraging the science of genetics, health, and behavior to preserve happy and healthy active family companion Chinooks for the future is my passion. The name Vanguard is a positive way to inspire me to strive for that goal in each and every puppy I produce.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.
Revere
Went homeMale
Striker
Went homeMale
Trooper
Went homeMale
Ranger
Went homeMale
Rocket
Went homeMale
Belle
Went homeFemale
Peace
Went homeFemale
Lake Time O'Malley
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Karen
Karen 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 $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the puppy with conformation and temperament evaluations, COA/UKC registration, DNA parent verification, DNA health testing, and more! N/A.”
Contract & health guarantee
Karen 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 Karen 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 Karen 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Karen.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Blairstown, NJ
3880 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Newark Liberty Airport
3861 miles away
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More about Karen
Club memberships
Karen is a member of Chinook Owners Association.
Karen has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Karen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Karen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Vanguard Chinooks 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
Ankaa, mom
Chinook
About Ankaa
Ankaa is an incredibly agile and active girl who loves to cuddle. She has had one litter, and the puppies are exceeding expectations as they grow. She adores hiking with me, and exploring new areas, as well as using her outstanding sense of smell to find new and exciting things out in the world. She recreationally does agility and Rally Obedience, and is an excellent recreational sled dog/bikejorer!
Excellent health testing
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Chondrodysplasia/Dwarfism, +5 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Vanguard Chinooks 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 Chinooks.
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 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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, Genetic Diversity Test, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Chondrodysplasia/Dwarfism, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)
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).
