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7OaksK9
Meet the breeder
I'm Steve & Kim P., the breeder behind 7OaksK9 located in Starkville, MS. We and our dogs are blessed to live on over 500 acres where we have access to terrain from flat and open to rolling dense forest. Our dogs are an integral part of our lives and can be found in both of our homes - the main house as well as our other home with them in their K9Haven.
Q. & A. with Steve & Kim
What makes your program special?
Our breeding dogs have proven themselves highly adaptable to most any environment and are bred to the highest standard in the world. Every ancestor in their pedigrees have earned working titles (SchH, IPO2, IGP) with many having show ratings of distinction of V and SG. Though their titles and papers are impressive, it it ultimately the naturally steady, reliable demeanor and ability of each individual dog that matters! All have met our high standard for health testing. Our puppies are innately ready to learn and perform multiple obedience commands even as early as seven weeks as they function in the capacity for which they were originally bred. Our goal is to maintain and preserve these natural innate qualities in combination with vibrant health and longevity.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have stock coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are sable. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Brigida vom Seven Oaks
Went homeFemale
Berta vom Seven Oaks
Went homeMale
Bera vom Seven Oaks
Went homeFemale
Bess vom Seven Oaks
Went homeMale
Brita vom Seven Oaks
Went homeFemale
Bruno vom Seven Oaks
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Steve & Kim
Steve & Kim 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 $5,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Includes health guarantee, limited AKC registration, microchip, first round of vaccinations, routine deworming, two temperament tests, socialization and lifelong access to breeder. The deposit to reserve a puppy is 25% (10% to join our Wait List) of purchase price and is non-refundable unless we determine there will be no puppy available within a year from the date of deposit.”
Contract & health guarantee
Steve & Kim 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 Steve & Kim 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 Steve & Kim 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Steve & Kim.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Starkville, MS
4789 miles away
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More about Steve & Kim
Club memberships
Steve & Kim is a member of Golden Triangle Kennel Club.
Steve & Kim has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Steve & Kim was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Steve & Kim is a trusted Good Dog breeder
7OaksK9 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
Parent dogs
Xara, mom
German Shepherd
About Xara
Xara is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Steve & Kim decided to make her part of their program. Steve & Kim 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.
Max, dad
German Shepherd
About Max
Max is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Steve & Kim decided to make him part of their program. Steve & Kim 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
7OaksK9 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.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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)
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.
Temperament Test
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.
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).
