This website is dedicated to Malcolm Dutterer, Jr.

While there are many people to thank for the love we have for Samoyeds, and the joy and enthusiasm that comes  from that love, it all exists because one day in the late 1970's, my father brought home a Samoyed puppy.  The profound series of blessings that single act has had can not be explained in words. But neither can words express the profound impact my father had on this world.

On September 10, 2008, my father, Malcolm A. Dutterer, Jr., peacefully, quickly and unexpectedly passed on to Heaven.

This website is dedicated to him.

My father raised and said "Goodbye....for now!" to 4 Samoyeds in his life, but he was also a caretaker to all of ours as well. He was a true ambassador for the breed.

My father  loved all Samoyeds more than most of us are capable of loving anything.   

The deep, sincere, sweet and passionate way he expressed his love of life, along with his respect for all of Gods' creatures, was an inspriration to more people than we'll ever know. My father's appreciation of the gifts God gives His children drove his enthusiam.  That enthusiasm was endless while he was alive, and will certainly carry on now that he is in Heaven.

Dad inspired anyone who knew him to reach beyond what we thought were  individual human limitations. He believed that all good things were possible with hard work and God's grace. And through his words and deeds, Dad taught people that it is our responsibility, as children of God, to create glorious experiences for others (people and animals) on Earth, in anticipation of what Heaven holds in store for those who do.

Dad's goal in life was to leave this world a more joy-filled place. His mission was to share his joy of life with others, and to inspire others to join with him to spread that joy far and wide. Dad achieved his goal.   

Mathew  25: 23  The master said, ‘Well done, my good and faithful servant. You have been faithful in handling this small amount, so now I will give you many more responsibilities. Let’s celebrate together!’

Dad, I will always see a little of you in every act of kindness or courage, every expression of God's blessing, and every Sammy smile.
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And here are some of the other wonderful people who have made SnowAngels Samoyeds possible 

My Mother, Lisl who has helped to make Samoyeds a central and valued part of my life. She has been a role model for how to love a Samoyed; how to appreciate what a difference a Samoyed can make in human lives; and about unconditional love and the responsibility of caring for each one. Along with Dad, Mom has been a loving guardian of  Sammies "Vodka,"
"Mischa," "Wolfie" and currently "Kirov."  

Roy, whose support of my passion for Samoyeds, helped to make SnowAngels Samoyeds a reality.   

 

  






 
Kristen and Roy IV, and Veronica, my stepkids, for the love you have shown the "furry" kids, and for encouragement and help in caring for them. 

 





Mentors and friends Marge Goodenough (Cotn’ Pic’n Samoyeds), Lynette Blue (Polar Mist Kennels) without whom, I would not have Sarah or Flurry.  And without whom, I would not have had the confidence to enter the show ring. It was a gift to have you there for the happiest and scariest moments.   

  
Mentor and friend Patty McCallum (McMagic Samoyeds), without whom, I would not have Halo and the joy that he brings, or the confidence to move to the level of showing a champion Sammy myself! 

 

George Alston who taught me much more than just how to handle my dog. He taught me how to objectively relate to my Samoyeds and the competitive world of showing dogs.






Professional handlers Barbara Waldkirch and her team - Ken, Keith, Erin and Sue Ann and many client-friends for great fun, learning,  and, oh yes...winning! You gave me such great moments including earning both Sarah and Flurry’s first conformation points, Sarah's Specialty win in Middleburg, VA, and many fun wins in between. But most importantly, you gave me your friendship, knowledge and encouragement all along the way.  




Professional handler and Sammy specialist Cathy Shott for her amazing work to put the final points on Sarah and Flurry in one weekend, and Flurry’s 1st place win at the 2007 National Samoyed Specialty.  






Annette Laugel-Schloss for her friendship and  gifts of spiritual empathy and healing for animals and people through her work with massage and flower essences.  





The Johnson, Harmon, Pachuska, and Collins families for providing such wonderful homes for 4 of our Flurry/Halo puppies and becoming wonderful new friends.


Stacie, Becky, Debbie, Eboni, Eileen, Julie, Karen, Katrina, Kim, Mary, Nancy, Janice, Rob, Ron and many other wonderful friends who couldn't give a flying fig about dog shows but who always offer encouragement and listen patiently.....

Suzanne of Pet Dynamix Foods who goes out of her way to make sure I have the best raw food and treats to feed our SnowAngels.

To the Dr. Jeffrey Luntz and the great staff of the Animal Medical Center and Pet E.R. who have kept the SnowAngels healthy and have been there when I needed them. 

Rev E. C. Fulcher, Jr and the Truth House family for their inspiration, pastoral care, and affirmation of the fact that "dog" and "God" may share the same 3 letters for a very good reason!

All of the judges who have made the showing experience fun and rewarding.