I'm the breeder behind Snowbright located in Columbus, OH. Puppies are located in Ferndale, MI & Columbus, OH Our puppies are well socialized, come from AKC champion bloodlines with health screenings for both eyes & hips 3 generations back.
About Rachel
We are three generations of Samoyed breeders located in Ohio & Michigan, and currently are a mother (Terri) and daughter (Rachel) team. Terri has been showing dogs for over 35 years and Rachel showed her first Samoyed at 7 years old. Our Samoyed bloodlines come on the best quality dogs, around the world.
What makes Rachel’s program special
Our puppies are born in our bedroom and around 4 weeks, they move to our family room where they are well socialized and loved by both people and dogs. They come from AKC champion bloodlines with health screenings for both eyes & hips 3 generations back. Most importantly they come from parents with good, sound temperaments.
Rachel is a member of 2 clubs
Buckeye Samoyed Club, Samoyed Club of America
Rachel’s certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit
Girl 1
Female • Went Home May 1, 2024
Samoyed
Girl 3
Female • Went Home May 1, 2024
Samoyed
Boy 2
Male • Went Home May 1, 2024
Samoyed
Girl 5
Female • Went Home May 1, 2024
Samoyed
Girl 2
Female • Went Home May 1, 2024
Samoyed
Boy 1
Male • Went Home May 1, 2024
Samoyed
Girl 4
Female • Went Home May 1, 2024
Samoyed
Newborn Samoyeds from Floyd and Althea "Thea"
Born Feb. 2024. Ready May 1, 2024
Newborn Samoyeds from Floyd and Althea "Thea"
Born Feb. 2024
Ready May 1, 2024
Rachel 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. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. 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.
Please contact the breeder to get more information about pricing.
“Our price is higher than many breeders as our dogs come from international bloodlines. Our puppies come with 2 sets of vaccinations, health guarantees, & have begun the potty training process. We are currently taking deposits for our Spring & Summer 2023 litters.”
Rachel 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 Rachel 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 Rachel directly.
Puppy Culture Litter box training Outdoor potty training .
All puppies are vaccinated twice & have been seen by our specialized reproduction vet 3 times before going home.
We send our puppies home with Initial potty training, Vet records, and Microchip.
Rachel offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.
“We do not ship our puppies. You must come meet us to place a deposit (puppies 3-5 weeks old) & meet us again to pick up your puppy (9-12 weeks old). We will allow puppies to fly home under the seat. ”
Rachel has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Rachel was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Rachel’s program includes one color
Rachel’s Samoyed puppies are white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Rachel’s links
Snowbright meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Samoyed
Samoyed
About TBD
TBD is a male Samoyed. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rachel decided to make him part of their program. Rachel 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.
Samoyed
About Indy
Indy is a female Samoyed. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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.
Samoyed
About Senna
Senna is a female Samoyed. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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.
Samoyed
About Milli
Milli is a female Samoyed. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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.
Samoyed
About Flurry
Flurry is a female Samoyed. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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.
Samoyed
Excellent level
Snowbright 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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 Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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 (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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.
DNA Disease Panel, Retinal Dysplasia/Oculoskeletal Dysplasia 1 (RD OSD), X-Linked Progressive Retinal Atrophy (XL-PRA)
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).