Wintersong Samoyeds
- 3 club memberships
Meet the breeder
I'm the breeder behind Wintersong Samoyeds located in Albuquerque, NM. I have been breeding Samoyeds since 1999. I am a proud member of the Samoyed Club of America and the Denver Samoyed Association. We are home to champion Samoyeds, bred with attention to temperament, health, structure, and type.
Donna’s experience
About Donna
I have been breeding Samoyeds since 1999. I am a proud member of the Samoyed Club of America and the Denver Samoyed Association. We are home to champion Samoyeds, bred with attention to temperament, health, structure, and type.
What makes Donna’s program special
I focus strongly on the very best temperaments. Every excellent dog begins with a great temperament. Next we work hard to try and breed the healthiest puppies. We do all the testing available to help prevent genetic disease and study pedigrees for any information we can gather. After that we look for the best structure and type to keep in the breeding program and send to show homes.
Donna is a member of 3 clubs
Rio Grande Kennel Club, Samoyed Club of America, Denver Samoyed Association
Puppies
Girl 1
Female • Went Home July 26, 2024
Samoyed
Girl 2
Female • Went Home July 26, 2024
Samoyed
Girl 3
Female • Went Home July 26, 2024
Samoyed
Boy 1
Male • Went Home June 27, 2024
Samoyed
Getting a puppy from Donna
Donna 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.
Price
Puppy prices range from $3,000 - $3,500.
“I do not take deposits because I believe in only placing puppies in homes that really want them.”
Contract and health guarantee
Donna 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 Donna 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 Donna directly.
What's included
Enrichment and socialization
As a behavioralist, I use Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) to prepare my puppies for the world. I introduce them to loud noises, handle them daily, introduce them to visitors, and go on trips so that they can get used to new environments. I socialize my puppies so that they can have the best temperament, and be ready to go to their forever homes. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Socialized in new places, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Early Neurological Stimulation, Sound Stimulation, and Touch Desensitization.
Puppy health practices
All puppies are vaccinated, dewormed, and seen by a licensed veterinarian before going to their new homes.
Extras
We send our puppies home with Initial potty training, Registration, Vet records, Microchip, Early Neurological Stimulation, Vaccinations, Microchip, and AKC Registration.
Bringing your puppy home
Donna offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
Pick up your puppy in Albuquerque, NM or nearby
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.
Get your puppy dropped off to you
Work with a trusted flight nanny to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
More about Donna
Why Donna started breeding
I got my first Samoyed as the perfect Christmas surprise in 1999. It was, by far, the best Christmas present I have ever received. Fancy is the foundation for Wintersong, and from there, I began breeding Samoyeds under the Wintersong name.
Donna has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years
Donna was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Donna’s program includes two colors
Donna’s Samoyed puppies include white and white and biscuit. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Donna is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Wintersong 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
Meet Donna's parent dogs
All breeds
Samoyed
Valais, mom
Samoyed
About Valais
Valais is a female Samoyed over 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donna decided to make her part of their program. Donna 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.
Great health testing
X-Linked Progressive Retinal Atrophy 1, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +5 more
Koala, mom
Samoyed
About Koala
Koala is a female Samoyed almost 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donna decided to make her part of their program. Donna 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.
Great health testing
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Familial Enamel Hypoplasia (FEH), Samoyeds, +3 more
Disco, mom
Samoyed
About Disco
Disco is a female Samoyed about 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donna decided to make her part of their program. Donna 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.
Great health testing
Hereditary Nephritis, Samoyed Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +8 more
Breeze, mom
Samoyed
About Breeze
Breeze is a female Samoyed. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donna decided to make her part of their program. Donna 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.
Indigo, dad
Samoyed
About Indigo
Indigo is a male Samoyed. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Donna decided to make him part of their program. Donna 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.
Kato, dad
Samoyed
About Kato
Kato is a male Samoyed. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Donna decided to make him part of their program. Donna 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.
Tony, dad
Samoyed
About Tony
Tony is a male Samoyed. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Donna decided to make him part of their program. Donna 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.
Parent health testing
Samoyed
Excellent level
Wintersong 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.
Gonioscopy, 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.
Brucellosis
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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Optimal Selection Genetic Disease Analysis (180+ Diseases), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Retinal Dysplasia/Oculoskeletal Dysplasia 1 (RD OSD), Familial Enamel Hypoplasia (FEH), Italian Greyhound 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).