Find an Alaskan Malamute Puppy (Breeders by State)

Finding an Alaskan Malamute puppy is a real challenge. I can’t count the number of times people have asked me for advice. Therefore, I have created this resource for you. You will find the best ways to buy an Alaskan Malamute puppy and a list of breeders for each of the 50 states.

You should only buy a dog from a responsible and caring breeder and avoid puppy mills or unreliable backyard breeders, no matter how long the process can be. Otherwise, you increase your chances of getting an unhealthy or problematic dog. It is better to visit the kennel, ask questions about the breeding process, and interact with the puppy. A veterinarian should have seen the puppy and its mom before your visit.

At the end of the article, I have added a few tips to help you find the perfect puppy and get ready to welcome your new pet home.

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12 ways to find an Alaskan Malamute puppy to buy near you

1. AKC Marketplace
2. AKC breeders
3. UKC breeders
4. CKC breeders
5. Good Dog breeders
6. PuppySpot
7. NextDayPets
8. PuppyFind
9. PuppyFinder
10. Lancaster Puppies
11. Greenfield Puppies
12. Local breeders

I understand that many families are exclusively looking for a puppy to buy. It can make a lot of sense if you want your future pet to get used to their future environment from a very young age. And also, let’s be honest, although they are way more work in the first months, puppies are adorable!

AKC Marketplace

The American Kennel Club (AKC) is the most famous kennel club in the US. The AKC Marketplace is their online puppy ads service. You will find available puppies and even puppies about to be born bred by AKC registered breeders only. Although puppies found here are a bit pricier than the average, there is a better chance that AKC registered breeders will take great care of their dogs and puppies. And it’s also the best place to go if you want a purebred dog (whether you want your pet to be registered or not).

Creating an alert to get a notification when new Alaskan Malamute puppies become available is also possible.

See if any Alaskan Malamute puppies are available on the AKC Marketplace now (you will be redirected to the Alaskan Malamute page on their website).

American Kennel Club breeders

Not every AKC registered breeder will use the AKC marketplace to sell their puppies. If you want to be proactive and increase your chances of getting a puppy, you can go on the Alaskan Malamute breeder directory and contact breeders in your area. You will be able to find out if they have available puppies or at least if you can put your name on the waiting list for the next litter.

Here is the link to the breeder directory of The Alaskan Malamute Club of America.

United Kennel Club breeders

The United Kennel Club (UKC) is the second most popular kennel club in the US. The AKC is more focused on conformation to breed standards, whereas the UKC is more performance-oriented. On their website, there is a tool where you can search for breeders that have litters or have previously registered litters. It’s possible to search by breed and state.

Find UKC Alaskan Malamute breeders (you will be redirected to the UKC breeder search engine).

Canadian Kennel Club breeders

If you live in Canada or are willing to travel there to get your puppy, the Canadian Kennel Club (CKC) is a good resource. Although they do not have a marketplace like the American Kennel Club, you will find a breeder directory with contact information.

Here is the link to the Alaskan Malamute breeder directory of the Canadian Kennel Club. You will also find the name of the national club and a link to its website (if available). It’s worth examining if they advertise puppies for sale or have another breeder directory.

Good Dog breeder directory

You can also look for a breeder near you on the Good Dog breeder directory. To be listed on the Good Dog website, breeders must go through an in-depth screening focusing on breeding practices and environment, the physical and mental health of the dogs and puppies, and their selling policies.

It doesn’t mean you shouldn’t do your research, but it’s already a step in the right direction.

Online Marketplaces

It is possible to find puppies for sale on specialized websites. It is a very convenient solution, and some reputable (and even AKC registered) breeders use these online marketplaces to sell their puppies. But it is essential to be aware that they are also a tool used by many puppy mills and backyard breeders to sell their dogs. Even scammers pretend to have puppies to sell but disappear after receiving a deposit from potential buyers. I would highly recommend that you read the next section of this article explaining how to differentiate a reputable breeder from a bad one.

Out of the following websites, PuppySpot seems to be the most proactive when it comes to working exclusively with responsible breeders. They promise that they don’t associate with puppy mills by screening all the breeders and accepting less than 10% of all applicants. They also require a health check for every puppy sold through their platform and provide new parents with a special AKC registration package. This collaboration with the American Kennel Club signifies that PuppySpot is serious about breeding standards and dogs’ well-being.

• See Alaskan Malamute puppies on PuppySpot (you will be redirected to the Alaskan Malamute page on their website).

The breeder screening process isn’t as strict for the puppy ads sites below. Even if they could be trying their best to vet sellers and have honest and reputable breeders on their platform, it remains your responsibility to make sure you are dealing with one.

Some very obvious red flags should be a very low price, a seller being okay with you taking a puppy under eight weeks old home, the recommendation to get the puppy shipped to you, the impossibility to visit the kennel and meet with the breeder in person, a lack of transparency or knowledge about the breed. Before making any decision, if you decide to get your puppy from one of these websites, please read the next section to be sure to buy from a good, loving, reputable breeder.

• See Alaskan Malamute puppies on NextDayPets (you will be redirected to the Alaskan Malamute page on their website).
• See Alaskan Malamute puppies on PuppyFind (you will be redirected to the Alaskan Malamute page on their website).
• See Alaskan Malamute puppies on PuppyFinder (you will be redirected to the Alaskan Malamute page on their website).
• See Alaskan Malamute puppies on Lancaster Puppies (you will be redirected to the Alaskan Malamute page on their website).
• See Alaskan Malamute puppies on Greenfield Puppies (you will be redirected to the Alaskan Malamute page on their website). They also have mixed-breed puppies.

Some of these websites will allow you to add an alert to be notified when new puppies are available.

Local breeders

Finally, you could always search for local breeders that are not registered with any kennel club. If none of the previous solutions have worked, it could be worth doing this quick Google search.

Alaskan Malamute Breeders in the US

The following directory is meant to help you find your dream puppy. But the breeders of these pages haven’t been vetted by our team. Therefore, their presence here does not guarantee the quality of their breeding process. Read the last section of the article regarding how to tell if a breeder is trustworthy.

Breeders in Alabama

We have not found any Alaskan Malamute breeder in Alabama.

Breeders in Alaska

Abe’a Malamutes

• Contact: Brandon Abrahamsen
• Location: Fort Wainwright, AK 99703
• Phone: 518-593-2452
• Website: https://www.facebook.com/AbesMalamutes/
• Member of: AKC

Kat Geuea

• Contact: Kat Geuea
• Location: North Pole, AK 99705
• Phone: 443-643-6365
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/kat-geuea-124915
• Member of: AKC

Breeders in Arizona

Bearcat Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Harvey Prather
• Location: Peoria, AZ
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/bearcat-alaskan-malamutes-arizona#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Breeders in Arkansas

We have not found any Alaskan Malamute breeder in Arkansas.

Breeders in California

ARTIC LUV

• Contact: Bernadette Quercio
• Location: Acton, CA 93510
• Phone: 661-269-1994
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: http://articluv.com/
• Member of: AKC

Jennifer Corr’s Onak Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Jennifer Corr
• Location: Orinda, CA
• Phone: 925-381-1023
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.onakalaskanmalamutes.com/
• Member of: Good Dog, AKC

Kwest Malamutes and Jindos

• Contact: Nichole Royer
• Location: Southern California, CA
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: http://www.kwestmals.com/
• Member of: Good Dog

Shandael Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Margaret Cleek
• Location: Citrus Heights, CA 95610
• Phone: 916-716-9979
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: http://www.shandaelmalamutes.com/
• Member of: AKC

Wendy Corr’s Onak Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Wendy Corr
• Location: Contra Costa County, CA
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.onakalaskanmalamutes.com/
• Member of: Good Dog, AKC

Wrangell Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Yvonne Brock
• Location: Newberry Springs, CA 92365
• Phone: 760-267-8742
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://wrangellalaskanmalamutes.org/
• Member of: AKC

Breeders in Colorado

Maelstrom Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Matt/Elizabeth Vieira/Hirtler
• Location: Rio Grande County, CO
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.maelstromkennels.net/
• Member of: Good Dog

Breeders in Connecticut

We have not found any Alaskan Malamute breeder in Connecticut.

Breeders in Delaware

We have not found any Alaskan Malamute breeder in Delaware.

Breeders in Florida

Alton’s Malamutes

• Contact: Cecilia Alton
• Location: Palm Bay, FL 32908
• Phone: 321-334-9791
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.facebook.com/AltonsMalamutes
• Member of: AKC

Deborah Hathaway

• Contact: Deborah Hathaway
• Location: Vero Beach, FL 32967
• Phone: 772-766-2317
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/deborah-hathaway-43579
• Member of: AKC

Breeders in Georgia

Brandy Walker

• Contact: Brandy Walker
• Location: Kennesaw, GA 30152
• Phone: 678-296-5722
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/brandy-walker-7575
• Member of: AKC, Good Dog

IXA Malamutes

• Contact: Ann Mayberry
• Location: Gwinnett County, GA
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/ixa-malamutes-georgia#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Kumata Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Suzanne Bedell
• Location: GA
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/kumata-alaskan-malamutes-georgia#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Pawsitive Futures

• Contact: Chelsea Murray
• Location: Atlanta, GA
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/pawsitive-futures-georgia#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Breeders in Hawaii

We have not found any Alaskan Malamute breeder in Hawaii.

Breeders in Idaho

We have not found any Alaskan Malamute breeder in Idaho.

Breeders in Illinois

Aspenmyst

• Contact: Dr. Elissa Kelley DVM.
• Location: Sugar Grove, IL 60554
• Phone: 810-705-2645
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/aspenmyst1993
• Member of: AKC

Dream Labs Labrador Retrievers

• Contact: Michelle Perkins
• Location: Marengo, IL 60152
• Phone: 815-347-0380
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/michelle-perkins-120312
• Member of: AKC

Ice Age Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Kim Adkinson
• Location: Manito, IL 61546
• Phone: 309-208-0819
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.facebook.com/iceagemals/
• Member of: AKC

Sherry Reinert

• Contact: Sherry Reinert
• Location: Harvard, IL 60033
• Phone: 815-420-8155
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.mtwarcloud.com/
• Member of: AKC

Breeders in Indiana

Envizion

• Contact: Erin Myers
• Location: Bloomington, IN 47401
• Phone: 812-727-0762
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.enviziondogs.com/
• Member of: AKC

Kasaan Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Bonnie McMahon
• Location: Indianapolis, IN
• Phone: 317-496-4712
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.kasaanmals.com/
• Member of: Good Dog

Moot Manor Malamutes

• Contact: Casidee Meyer
• Location: Rensselaer, IN 47978
• Phone: 219-869-3051
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://mootmanor.com/
• Member of: AKC, Good Dog

Sigma Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Stephanie Lindeman
• Location: Indianapolis, IN
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.sigmamals.com/
• Member of: Good Dog

Tarnish Malamutes

• Contact: Belva Dreer
• Location: Fort Wayne, IN
• Website: https://www.tarnishmals.net/
• Member of: Good Dog

Breeders in Iowa

ArctiCircle Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Jordana Olson
• Location: Kelley, IA
• Website: https://www.arcticirclemalamutes.com/
• Member of: Good Dog, AKC

Breeders in Kansas

Gidget Hagan

• Contact: Gidget Hagan
• Location: Great Bend, KS 67530
• Phone: 907-699-9902
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.snowybleu.com/
• Member of: AKC

Breeders in Kentucky

Kellys Giant Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Sarah Kelly
• Location: Jamestown, KY 42629
• Phone: 270-343-2596
• Website: https://www.kellysgiantalaskanmalamutes.com/
• Member of: AKC

Breeders in Louisiana

We have not found any Alaskan Malamute breeder in Louisiana.

Breeders in Maine

Indigo Skies Malamutes

• Contact: Terra Reilly
• Location: Hallowell, ME
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/indigo-skies-malamutes-maine#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Breeders in Maryland

Stars Howl-O

• Contact: Kristi Heffington
• Location: Easton, MD 21601
• Phone: 667-214-3050
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.fureverfriendsinc.com/
• Member of: AKC, Good Dog

Breeders in Massachusetts

We have not found any Alaskan Malamute breeder in Massachusetts.

Breeders in Michigan

Crosswynds Kennels

• Contact: Stacy Buchanan
• Location: MI
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/crosswynds-kennels-michigan#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Hinde Quarters Kennel

• Contact: Alexandrea Hinde
• Location: Elmira, MI
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/hinde-quarters-kennel-michigan
• Member of: Good Dog

Illusion Kennel

• Contact: Pamela Fusco
• Location: Palmyra, MI 49268
• Phone: 734-957-6200
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.illusionmalamutes.com/
• Member of: AKC, Good Dog

Jody Johnston

• Contact: Jody Johnston
• Location: Croswell, MI 48422
• Phone: 810-887-7268
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/themallypack
• Member of: AKC

Michigan Grey Skies Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Carol Dodge
• Location: Indian River, MI 49749
• Phone: 231-437-0843
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://michigangreyskiesalaskanmalamutes.weebly.com/
• Member of: AKC

Qavvik Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Deana Lemire
• Location: MI
• Website: https://www.qavvikmals.com/
• Member of: Good Dog

TundraTitanMalamutes

• Contact: Ashley Goold
• Location: Bay City, MI 48708
• Phone: 810-986-3444
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/ashley-goold-110506
• Member of: AKC

Walnut Ridge Kennels

• Contact: Melissa Forster-Rooney
• Location: Bad Axe, MI
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/walnut-ridge-kennels-michigan#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Warrior’s Legacy Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Marie Kool
• Location: MI
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/warriors-legacy-alaskan-malamutes-michigan#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Breeders in Minnesota

Campbell’s Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Tom and Vicki Campbell
• Location: Minneapolis, MN 55445
• Phone: 763-257-5089
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: http://www.campbellsalaskanmalamutes.com/
• Member of: AKC

Delphi Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Julia Berquist
• Location: Northern Minnesota, MN
• Website: http://www.delphimalamutes.com/
• Member of: Good Dog, AKC

Sam’s Huskys

• Contact: Samantha Sams
• Location: MN
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/sams-huskys-minnesota#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

WinterStarz Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Karina Burger
• Location: MN
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/winterstarz-alaskan-malamutes-minnesota#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Breeders in Mississippi

We have not found any Alaskan Malamute breeder in Mississippi.

Breeders in Missouri

Browns Big Babies

• Contact: Christy Brown
• Location: Dixon, MO 65459
• Phone: 573-774-8258
• Website: https://www.brownsbigbabies.com/
• Member of: AKC

Coon Creek Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Delicia Johnson
• Location: MO
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/coon-creek-alaskan-malamutes-missouri
• Member of: Good Dog

Willowhaus

• Contact: Christi Dodson
• Location: Linn, MO
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/willowhaus-missouri#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Breeders in Montana

We have not found any Alaskan Malamute breeder in Montana.

Breeders in Nebraska

We have not found any Alaskan Malamute breeder in Nebraska.

Breeders in Nevada

We have not found any Alaskan Malamute breeder in Nevada.

Breeders in New Hampshire

We have not found any Alaskan Malamute breeder in New Hampshire.

Breeders in New Jersey

Wild Night Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Amy Novak
• Location: NJ
• Website: http://www.wildnightmalamutes.com/
• Member of: Good Dog, AKC

Breeders in New Mexico

WhiteHawk Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Carolin Watson
• Location: NM
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/whitehawk-alaskan-malamutes-new-mexico#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Breeders in New York

April Mott

• Contact: April Mott
• Location: Bolivar, NY 14715
• Phone: 585-808-2544
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/april-mott-49758/
• Member of: AKC

BlackRock n Owyhee

• Contact: Brent Turrin
• Location: New City, NY 10956
• Phone: 845-729-8536
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/blackrock-n-owyhee
• Member of: AKC

Crimson Crown Kennel

• Contact: Kara Schindler
• Location: NY
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/crimson-crown-kennel-new-york#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Enchanted Dreams Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Victoria Deming
• Location: Smyrna, NY
• Phone: 607-223-5039
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.facebook.com/EnchantedMals
• Member of: Good Dog

Ivorywind Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Rachel Gardner
• Location: Stockton, NY
• Phone: 716-679-6501
• Website: https://ivorywindalaskanmalamutes.weebly.com/
• Member of: Good Dog

Ski Country Malamutes

• Contact: Jennifer Wirth
• Location: Chaffee, NY 14030
• Phone: 716-949-2546
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.facebook.com/SkiCountryMalamutes/
• Member of: AKC

Uyak Kennels, Reg.

• Contact: Paula
• Location: Huntington, NY 11743
• Website: http://www.uyak.com/
• Member of: AKC

Breeders in North Carolina

Bowen Malamutes

• Contact: Randall Bowen
• Location: Statesville, NC 28625
• Phone: 704-872-4779
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://bowenmalamutes.com/
• Member of: AKC

Rockin’ Maples Malamutes

• Contact: Tracey Weidrick
• Location: Louisburg, NC
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/rockin-maples-malamutes-north-carolina#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Sunshines Of Ray Alaskan Malamutes By Niki Rosen And Jimmy Ogburn

• Contact: Jimmy Ogburn
• Location: Charlotte, NC 28277
• Phone: 704-534-1967
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/sunshines-of-ray-alaskan-malamutes-by-niki-rosen-and-jimmy-ogburn
• Member of: AKC

Breeders in North Dakota

We have not found any Alaskan Malamute breeder in North Dakota.

Breeders in Ohio

Aurora Alaskan Malamutes & Shangri-La Lhasa Apsos

• Contact: Julie M Crenshaw
• Location: Cincinnati, OH 45231
• Phone: 513-331-4407
• Website: https://www.facebook.com/aamalamutes/
• Member of: AKC

Kaylatee Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Carla Shreve
• Location: Bolivar, OH
• Phone: 330-265-1865
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.kaylateekennels.com/
• Member of: Good Dog

Serious Malamutes & Akitas

• Contact: Peter Leontescu
• Location: North Lewisburg, OH 43060
• Phone: 614-381-4730
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/petru-leontescu-57926
• Member of: AKC

Southern love kennles

• Contact: Christina Hovatter
• Location: Martinsville, OH 45146
• Phone: 937-971-8026
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/southern-love-kennles
• Member of: AKC

Breeders in Oklahoma

Morning Light Malamutes-Beverly Lair

• Contact: Beverly Lair
• Location: Kingston, OK 73439
• Phone: 817-614-0940
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/beverly-lair-101995
• Member of: AKC

Olivia Severs

• Contact: Olivia Severs
• Location: Colcord, OK 74338
• Phone: 479-228-1822
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/nathan-severs-38392
• Member of: AKC

Osborn’s Malamute Manor

• Location: Tulsa, OK
• Phone: 918-440-1021
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.facebook.com/osbornsalaskanmalamutepups/

Pamela Brannon

• Contact: Pamela Brannon
• Location: Ada, OK 74820
• Phone: 580-320-7084
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://facebook.com/brannonsgiantdogs/
• Member of: AKC

Breeders in Oregon

LAMP KENNELS

• Contact: Leslie Podwys
• Location: Hillsboro, OR
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.facebook.com/lampkennels
• Member of: Good Dog

NORTH WINDS ALASKAN MALAMUTES

• Contact: Victoria Hansten
• Location: OR
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/north-winds-alaskan-malamutes-oregon#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Breeders in Pennsylvania

Banshee Malamutes

• Contact: Carlene Way
• Location: Philadelphia, PA
• Website: http://www.bansheemalamutes.com/
• Member of: Good Dog

Cathy

• Contact: Cathy King
• Location: Apollo, PA 15613
• Phone: 724-980-1228
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/cathy-king-99481
• Member of: AKC

Edgend Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Jo Ann Evans
• Location: Williamsport, PA 17701
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/edgend-alaskan-malamutes
• Member of: AKC, Good Dog

Santa’s Malamutes

• Contact: Santa Cruz Noe
• Location: East Washington, PA
• Phone: 440-787-6023
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://santasmalamutes.wixsite.com/mals
• Member of: Good Dog

Tara Bender

• Contact: Tara Bender
• Location: Bangor, PA 18013
• Phone: 570-236-3165
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/tara-bender-104160
• Member of: AKC

Breeders in Rhode Island

We have not found any Alaskan Malamute breeder in Rhode Island.

Breeders in South Carolina

Sierra Mountain Alaskan Malamutes and Akitas

• Contact: Jessica McCarthy
• Location: Pickens, SC 29671
• Phone: 864-324-2855
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/sierramountainalaskanmalamutesandakitas
• Member of: AKC

Breeders in South Dakota

Sno-Cub Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Cindy Foster
• Location: Kingsbury County, SD
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/snocub-alaskan-malamutes-south-dakota#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Breeders in Tennessee

DruAnne Martin-Nutzell’s Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: DruAnne Martin-Nutzell
• Location: Loudon County, TN
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/druanne-martinnutzells-alaskan-malamutes-tennessee
• Member of: Good Dog

Moonlight Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Maria Wells
• Location: TN
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/moonlight-alaskan-malamutes-tennessee#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

North Shore Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Katherine Coulter
• Location: Rockwood, TN
• Phone: 218-830-2386
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: http://www.northshorealaskanmalamutes.com/
• Member of: Good Dog

Breeders in Texas

Casey Everitt

• Contact: Casey Everitt
• Location: Haltom City, TX 76117
• Phone: 817-298-9539
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/casey-everitt-88587
• Member of: AKC

Ghost Dance Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Julie Edwards
• Location: Alpine, TX 79831
• Phone: 432-364-2488
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.ghostdance.biz/
• Member of: AKC, Good Dog

Malamute Lovers

• Location: Waco, TX
• Phone: 254-733-1052
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.nextdaypets.com/directory/dogs/uid/2518341.aspx
• Member of: AKC

Strong Water Malamutes

• Contact: Amber Ross
• Location: Longview, TX 75604
• Website: https://strongwatermalamutes.wixsite.com/strongwatermalamutes
• Member of: AKC, Good Dog

Winters Ice Malamutes

• Contact: Cota
• Location: Houston, TX
• Phone: 936-232-2846
• Website: https://www.nextdaypets.com/directory/dogs/uid/650651.aspx

Breeders in Utah

CHEX ALASKAN MALAMUTES AND PAPILLONS

• Contact: Randy Checketts
• Location: Hooper, UT 84315
• Phone: 801-814-2041
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://chexalaskanmalamutes.com/
• Member of: AKC

Breeders in Vermont

Long Trail Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Susan Gallagher
• Location: VT
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/long-trail-alaskan-malamutes-vermont#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

SNOW WOOLY HUSKY

• Contact: Elaine Liao
• Location: Lunenburg, VT 05906
• Phone: 617-840-3689
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.facebook.com/snowwoolyhusky/
• Member of: AKC

Breeders in Virginia

New River Valley Malamutes

• Contact: HEATHER SADLER
• Location: Independence, VA 24348
• Phone: 276-266-1393
• Website: https://www.facebook.com/NRVmals
• Member of: AKC, Good Dog

Kalamals Puppies

• Contact: Julie Kalamaja
• Location: Pilot, VA 24138
• Phone: 540-392-0843
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://kalamals.com/
• Member of: AKC, Good Dog

Mountain Ridge Malamute’s

• Contact: Loretta Roach
• Location: Lynch Station, VA 24571
• Phone: 540-493-8049
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.mtnridgemalamutes.com/
• Member of: AKC

River Bend Malamutes

• Contact: Brenda Bowen
• Location: Grayson County, VA
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/river-bend-malamutes-virginia#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

SnoCap Kennel

• Contact: Michelle Booth
• Location: Prince William County, VA
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/snocap-kennel-virginia#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Breeders in Washington

Asgard Wooly Malamutes

• Contact: David Centeno
• Location: Elk, WA 99009
• Phone: 253-486-9605
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://asgardalaskanmalam.wixsite.com/mysite
• Member of: AKC, Good Dog

Aurora Borealis Kennels

• Contact: Shelia McConville
• Location: WA
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/aurora-borealis-kennels-washington#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

BluMoon Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Cynthia Carriegan
• Location: Bonney Lake, WA 98391
• Phone: 206-403-5187
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: http://www.blumoonmals.com/
• Member of: AKC, Good Dog

Mountain Home Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Sue Fuller
• Location: Okanogan County, WA
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/mountain-home-alaskan-malamutes-washington
• Member of: Good Dog

Breeders in West Virginia

Wolfpen

• Contact: Lane Ferguson
• Location: Culloden, WV 25510
• Phone: 304-743-5919
• Website: https://marketplace.akc.org/breeder/lowell-ferguson-2022
• Member of: AKC

Breeders in Wisconsin

Catera Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Amanda Kanzelberger
• Location: WI
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/catera-alaskan-malamutes-wisconsin#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Dreamekatcher Kennel

• Contact: Pamela Warrichaiet
• Location: Spencer, WI
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/dreamekatcher-kennel-wisconsin#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Lach Madra

• Contact: Sarah Thuot
• Location: WI
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/lach-madra-wisconsin#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Powderhound Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Jennifer Effler-Leveille
• Location: WI
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/powderhound-alaskan-malamutes-wisconsin#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Tol Istari Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Helen Schultz
• Location: WI
• Website: https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/tol-istari-alaskan-malamutes-wisconsin#breed_id=6
• Member of: Good Dog

Breeders in Wyoming

Beartooth Alaskan Malamutes

• Contact: Beartooth Alaskan Malamutes
• Location: Powell, WY 82435
• Phone: 307-899-3424
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.beartoothmalamutepuppies.com/
• Member of: AKC

How to find reputable Alaskan Malamute breeders?

It is essential to get your dog from a reputable breeder and avoid puppy mills and greedy backyard breeders at all costs. Although very low prices should always be a huge red flag, even the most expensive puppies could come from bad sellers, and price only is not a sign of quality. Breeders registered with a kennel club tend to be more serious, but again, it is not enough to decide whether a breeder is trustworthy or not. Along the same lines, an unregistered breeder could be excellent.

Here are the characteristics of good breeders:

Small scale operations

• Usually, only sell one or two breeds, don’t have puppies available all the time, and have experience.
• Raise puppies in their home since birth and show love toward their dogs.
• Make sure puppies are handled by different people to be comfortable with humans.
• Knowledgeable about the breed (temperament, health, nutrition, grooming, etc.), answer your questions.

Transparency

• Encourage you to meet them, visit their kennel (which should be clean and spacious), and see the breeding dogs and puppies (which should be kept clean, warm, and well-fed). Good breeders tend to only sell puppies to people they have met in person.
• Willing to share information about their breeding process. Good breeders don’t start breeding dogs under 18 months old and usually stop after 3 to 6 litters.
• Will ask you to pick up the puppy at the kennel or at least to bring it to you themselves (serious breeder will never ship their puppies or refuse access to the kennel).
• Will make sure you will be a good fit for their dog (usually by making you fill a questionnaire) and will most likely make you sign a contract spelling out your responsibilities (usually to spay/neuter and sometimes train the dog).

Healthcare

• Screen their breeding dogs for genetic disorders and keep their vaccine and preventive healthcare up to date (should be able to provide proof, like health certificates, test results, etc.).
• Take puppies to the vet first in the first weeks (and can prove it).
• Don’t let puppies less than eight weeks old leave their mother.

For Alaskan Malamute breeding dogs, the AKC national breed club recommends the following health tests: hip evaluation, ophthalmologist evaluation, and Polyneuropathy DNA test. Ask your breeder for test results.

Check the medical section of our Alaskan Malamute article to know more about the most common health issues for this breed and the potential cost, according to Dr. Brooks, DVM.

“As a veterinarian, I think it is ideal that Alaskan Malamute breeders have their breeding dogs evaluated or tested for the following conditions prior to breeding and throughout the course of their breeding years: hip dysplasia, autoimmune thyroiditis (blood test), eye examination by an ophthalmologist, polyneuropathy DNA test. Buyers should ask the breeder about health screening tests performed.”

Leslie Brooks, DVM – Licensed Veterinarian

Guarantee

• Reputable breeders will be able to provide references from previous buyers.
• Will keep answering your questions and help after the sale if needed.
• Will take the dog back at any time if needed and provide a guarantee (usually for health and temperament).

Sellers to avoid

Finally, I would strongly advise against buying a puppy on Craigslist, Hoobly, or similar websites, and even in pet stores (unless they have partnered with a shelter and offer dogs for adoption). The likelihood that dogs you will find there are coming from puppy mills is very high. It supports a very inhuman system and increases the chance of your puppy developing expensive health issues and significant behavioral problems in the future.

The cost of an Alaskan Malamute

On average, an Alaskan Malamute puppy will cost $975 in the USA. Most puppies can be found for between $500 and $2,500. The price will vary depending on the breeder and location and the dog’s bloodline, color, and age, among other things. It is also possible to adopt one for $50 to $500.

The cost of owning an Alaskan Malamute is $24,625 on average (usually between $12,210 and $41,665) throughout the dog’s lifetime. This accounts for the cost of the dog itself, supplies, food, grooming, training, and preventive healthcare. It could be much more expensive if you need regular services such as dog walking or boarding.

To know more, check our whole article on the cost of owning an Alaskan Malamute. You will find all the information on supplies, food, preventive healthcare, training, grooming, and tips from pet professionals (veterinarian, trainer, groomer). We also have a cost calculator that you can play with to establish your dog budget.

Why do puppy prices vary for the same breed?

There can be a significant price difference between puppies. Many factors can explain this:

• Purebreds are more expensive than mixed breeds (except for a few designer breeds).
• A show-quality puppy coming from a prestigious bloodline could be 10 to 100 times more expensive than the average dog of the same breed.
• A puppy’s coat color and markings will also influence the price, depending on their popularity.
• Some expenses that a breeder can defray will also reflect in the price: health screening and other medical costs, microchip, training and socialization, and registration papers.
• Some breeds are very popular in some areas and less in others.
• Age is also a factor. On average, a puppy between 2 and 4 months old will be 4% less expensive than a newborn to a 2-month-old puppy. And a puppy between 4 and 6 months old will be 8% cheaper on average. On the other hand, buying an unborn puppy from a coming litter (usually from registered breeders) is likely to cost 28% more!

How hard is it to find an Alaskan Malamute puppy?

We have reviewed close to 50,000 puppy ads from various sources to estimate the price of puppies in the US (for over 150 breeds). During our research, Alaskan Malamute puppies were hard to find.

In fact, on average, we were able to find around 320 puppies per breed, but only 207 Alaskan Malamute puppies.

Five tips for finding a cheaper Alaskan Malamute puppy

• Adoption. By investing a little time in visiting shelter websites regularly, there is a chance that you will be able to find a puppy to adopt. They are rare and get adopted quickly, but it is a realistic option. Not only is it cheaper, but it is also a great thing to do.
• Older puppies. Most people are willing to buy their dog as young as possible, creating excellent opportunities to find puppies a few months old for a much lower price. A 6-month-old dog will still be adorable and playful and should be cheaper than an eight-week-old one.
• Other locations/states. Some breeds are more expensive in specific locations because of their characteristics and the cost of operating a breeding business there. Looking at prices in different places is a great way to save a lot, providing you are willing to travel to meet the breeder and your future dog.
• Mixed-breed or purebred. Mixed breed dogs tend to be less expensive to buy than purebreds. This is especially true for purebreds with registration papers (pedigree). Most families are just looking for a pet to spend time with and do not need these registration papers.
• Friends and family. Let everyone around you know that you are looking for a dog. You might get a good surprise and learn that someone trustworthy has a pregnant dog and is looking for people to get the pups.

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