I'm Tyra S., the breeder behind AKC Black German Shepherds located in Sauk Rapids, MN. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and intelligence. We strive to produce the best for this breed. We’re proud of our reputation as reliable breeders.
Q. & A. with Tyra
What makes your program special?
My pups are raised by me, at home, and get special individual attention on a daily basis. I take pride in raising quality pups.
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include stock and long coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black. 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.
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 6
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 5-green collar
Went home
Female
Girl 1-Dk green collar
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Tyra
Tyra 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 $600 non-refundable deposit and $650 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes a health guarantee, AKC registration, first round of vaccinations, vet health check, deworming, and puppy socialization. All puppies are the same price.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tyra 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 Tyra 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 Tyra directly.
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
Initial potty training
Toys
Food & treats
Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tyra.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Sauk Rapids, MN
963 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Minneapolis–St. Paul /Wold-Chamberlain Airport
902 miles away
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Meet in St. Cloud, MN
962 miles away
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More about Tyra
Tyra has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Tyra was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Tyra is a trusted Good Dog breeder
AKC Black 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
Parent dogs
Cheyenne, mom
German Shepherd
About Cheyenne
Cheyenne is a very focused, high drive dog. She's excellent with people and children. She can be very playful, and also protective. DNA tested.
Dakota, dad
German Shepherd
About Dakota
Dakota is a coat (long hair) with beautiful features! He's been DNA tested and hips and elbow certified.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
AKC Black 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.
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).