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Altvater German Shepherds
- Wellington, GA
- Responds within a few days
Available puppies
Soraya
Ready now
9 months old · Female
Upcoming litters
Planned German Shepherd litter
Due June 2026
Ready Aug. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Sally C., the breeder behind Altvater German Shepherds located in Wellington, GA. We breed to preserve what is good and improve the breed where we can. Our dogs are bred for quality, not quantity. Health, temperament, versatility, and working ability are our focus whether a working K9, competitive sport dog or active family companion.
Q. & A. with Sally
Why did you start breeding?
It was a childhood dream of mine turned reality that has taken my whole adult life to study, be mentored, and learn to do what I feel is the right way. I’ve had many dogs before I thought would be “the ones”, but didn’t make the cut and then finally had what I felt was the right pair to make my dream a reality.What makes your program special?
I do not have puppies often. All breedings are planned very far in advance to ensure the dogs are breed worthy, I can financially support the mother and litter, and that both myself and potential puppy buyers have plenty of time to get to know one another so I know it is a good fit. I do not just want to “sell puppies”, I am selling lifelong partnerships.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 include sable, black, black and tan, and bi-color. 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.
Garen vom Altvater
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 7
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Pink Collar
Went homeFemale
Purple Collar
Went homeFemale
Red Collar
Went homeMale
Hanzo vom Altvater
Went homeMale
Teal Collar
Went homeMale
Lime Collar
Went homeMale
Green Collar
Went homeMale
Blue Collar
Went homeMale
Yellow Collar
Went homeFemale
Snickers
Went homeFemale
Surge
Went homeMale
Stefan
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 7
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 7
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 7
Went homeMale
Boy 8
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Sally
Sally 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,500 - $4,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All puppies are priced the same, come with limited registration (option to lift to full with specified requirements), tattooed or microchipped, with health record showing health/deworming/vaccinations.”
Contract & health guarantee
Sally 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 Sally 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 Sally 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
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Sally.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Wellington, GA
485 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Denver Airport
1447 miles away
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Meet in Augusta, GA
460 miles away
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More about Sally
Club memberships
Sally is a member of True Potential K9 and Working Dogs of America.
Certifications & recognitions
ICAP Professional, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, AKC Temperament Test Evaluator , Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, IACP Professional Member.
Sally has been a member of Good Dog for over 6 years
Sally was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Sally is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Altvater 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
Rip, dad
German Shepherd
About Rip
Rip is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Sally decided to make him part of their program. Sally 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.
Great health testing
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.Fendi, mom
German Shepherd
About Fendi
Fendi is a fun girl with a lot of energy and a balanced temperament. She is on the smaller side of the standard but has substantial bone for her size. Fendi is the picture of fun…always happy, with a playful and almost bounce to her personality …one can’t help but smile when meeting her.
Great health testing
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.Nitro, dad
German Shepherd
About Nitro
Full East German/DDR lineage, Nitro is a very balanced and powerful male. Medium-high in drive with an excellent off switch. Extremely social and eager to please and do anything with his handler.
Great health testing
Pituitary Dwarfism, Canine Scott Syndrome (CSS), +3 more.Orzi, mom
German Shepherd
About Orzi
Orzi is a female German Shepherd over 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sally decided to make her part of their program. Sally 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.
Great health testing
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Altvater 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.
Full Embark 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).
