WinterStarz Alaskan Malamutes

Karina B.

Breeder of Alaskan Malamutes

  • Cokato, MN
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Karina B., the breeder behind WinterStarz Alaskan Malamutes located in Cokato, MN. As veterinarians, Tim O'Brien and Karina Burger take responsible breeding very seriously; we are thorough in health testing and dog care. We ensure each pup gets the group and individual attention that it needs to thrive, and do all we can to prepare them for their future roles and families.

Q. & A. with Karina

  • Why did you start breeding?

    There are very few breeders who both show in conformation and actively work their dogs on a team. We wanted to grow our team, but the breeders we wanted pups from had 2 year + wait lists. We had a male and female who had proven to be excellent workers and passed all their health checks, so we decided to breed our next team members.

  • What makes your program special?

    We are selecting for dogs that excel in working on a team, as well as being show Champions, having great temperaments, and having excellent health and longevity. Seven of our dogs have earned the All Around Alaskan Malamute title from the AMCA, proving they are superstars in all these areas.

  • 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 Karina

Karina has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Our pups all come AKC and UKC registered, are vaccinated twice, dewormed 4 times, microchipped, and DNA banking is provided by us. Our contract includes a health guarantee and breeder return clause. All of our pups are the same price. We take non-refundable deposits toward the purchase price when the pups are 2 weeks old, and this means we are committing to providing you a puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Karina 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 Karina 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 Karina directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

You’re protected
on Good Dog

When you pay and communicate on Good Dog, you’re covered by Payment Protection.

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 drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Karina.

Breeder's location

Meet in Cokato, MN

951 miles away

·

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Minneapolis–St. Paul /Wold-Chamberlain Airport

902 miles away

·

More about Karina

  • Club memberships

    Karina is a member of Minnesota Malamute Club and Alaskan Malamute Club of America.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Licensed Veterinarian, AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Karina has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years

    Karina was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Karina’s links

Karina is a trusted Good Dog breeder

WinterStarz Alaskan 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

WinterStarz Alaskan 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

    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.

  • 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.

  • Day Blindness, Achromatopsia, Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia, Kartagner Syndrome (PCD), 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).

your favorites
your favorites
your favorites
your favorites
your favorites
your favorites
your favorites
your favorites
your favorites
your favorites
your favorites
your favorites
your favorites
your favorites
your favorites
your favorites
your favorites
your favorites

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.