5 Star German Shepherds aka Martin Family German Shepherds

Michael M.

Breeder of German Shepherds

  • Pueblo West, CO
  • Responds within a day

Upcoming litters

Riot
Hailee

Expected German Shepherd litter

Due Jan. 2026

Ready Mar. 24, 2026

Meet the breeder

I'm Michael M., the breeder behind 5 Star German Shepherds aka Martin Family German Shepherds located in Pueblo West, CO. When we bring a life into the world, we take that responsibility seriously and do everything we can to make sure it gets the best start possible. Our job is to deliver a healthy well adjusted puppy from our house to yours.

Q. & A. with Michael

  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Our puppies have long coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black and black and red. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • 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 Michael

Michael 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.

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 $900 non-refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $2,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Parents all have either OFA or SV hips/elbows passing, are DM clear and fantastic pedigrees. All puppies will come with 5&8 week shots, dewormed and have AKC registration papers after they see the vet at 8 weeks old. Deposit to hold a puppy is 50% nonrefundable.”

Contract & health guarantee

Michael 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 Michael 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 Michael directly.

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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
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Michael.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Pueblo West, CO

1465 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet in Greeley, CO

1445 miles away

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More about Michael

  • Club memberships

    Michael is a member of AKC .

  • Certifications & recognitions

    5 Stars w google and a 100% customer satisfaction record .

  • Michael has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Michael was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Michael’s links

Michael is a trusted Good Dog breeder

5 Star German Shepherds aka Martin Family German Shepherds 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

5 Star German Shepherds aka Martin Family German Shepherds 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 German Shepherds.

  • 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.

  • Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)

    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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Michael to bring home their puppies.

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    Kim R.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    Working with Michael from 5 Star German Shepherds aka Martin Family German Shepherds was a wonderful experience. He is so knowledgeable about the breed and the Mom and puppies were in a clean, welcoming environment. I would recommend Michael to anyone who is interested in a beautiful, healthy GS puppy.

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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.

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