I'm Nancy J., the breeder behind Adelheid Shepherds located in High Ridge, MO. We are committed to always responsibly breeding with the best interest of our puppies’ health and longevity at the forefront. It’s important to us that we continue to improve our program and share our knowledge with our buyer families. We want to better the breed through thorough health testing and selective breeding decisions.
Q. & A. with Nancy
Why did you start breeding?
We decided to breed to encourage people to buy the original foundation straight back German Shepherds with solid minds that are gentle - yet protective if need be. To promote DNA health testing on both the Sire and Dam to help prevent DM, hip dysplasia so they will pass along healthy pups for families.
What makes your program special?
Our puppies are work d with individually everyday being taught manners & basic commands. They are also crate trained and potty trained for pee pads and as they mature, some are completely house trained.
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have plush coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable, black and silver, black and tan, and black and red. 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.
Molly
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Hazel
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Nancy
Nancy 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $900 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Nancy 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 Nancy 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 Nancy directly.
Adelheid 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
Parent dogs
Gemma, mom
German Shepherd
About Gemma
A stunning black/silver sable working line female. She is tremendously loyal, kind, and well behaved in public. She is a great family dog, yet ready to defend her family if called to do so.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Adelheid 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.
DNA Disease Panel, 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 Nancy to bring home their puppies.
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Verified owner · Feb. 2024
Great experience! Very knowledgeable and reputable breeder.