AKC Black German Shepherds

Tyra S.

Breeder of German Shepherds

  • Sauk Rapids, MN
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

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.

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.

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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
      • Various sounds
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • 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
      • 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

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).

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