.jpg?type=dog&crop=48x48)
-.jpg?type=dog&crop=48x48)
Alten Waechter German Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Heidi F., the breeder behind Alten Waechter German Shepherds located in Mt Orab, OH. Our dogs excel both in and out of the show ring. They are excellent representations of the breed and we strive for stable temperaments.Holding ourselves to high standards is paramount to the well-being of our dogs and to the integrity of our program. We strive to preserve our breed.
Q. & A. with Heidi
Why did you start breeding?
I fell in love with the GSD breed and wanted to contribute to preservationWhat makes your program special?
We strive to maintain the breed standard through working ability and correct structure. Our dogs are raised in the home.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include stock and plush coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable and 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.
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Blue collar male
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Heidi
Heidi 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 $250 refundable deposit and between $1,250 - $1,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes health guarantee, up to date on all vaccinations, microchip, breeder support for life. Deposit goes towards price of puppy. Pick order is based on order of deposits.”
Contract & health guarantee
Heidi 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 Heidi 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 Heidi directly.
Always communicate and pay on Good Dog.Learn more
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 Heidi.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Mt Orab, OH
346 miles away
·
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
386 miles away
·
More about Heidi
Club memberships
Heidi is a member of United Schutzhund Clubs of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., Puppy Culture Breeder.
Heidi has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years
Heidi was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Heidi is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Alten Waechter 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
Furby, mom
German Shepherd
About Furby
Furby is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Heidi decided to make her part of their program. Heidi 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
Alten Waechter 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.
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.
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).
