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Apex GSD Specialists
Meet the breeder
I'm Monique G., the breeder behind Apex GSD Specialists located in North Carolina. We strive to produce highly trainable, healthy puppies that can excel as service & therapy dogs, working dogs, and as companions. Our priority is the health and happiness of our dogs and their families, so we breed with a focus on temperament, health, and ability, as well as conformation to the breed standard. We socialize our pups with care so they will be ready to join their new families in whatever role they are needed. We adore our dogs and know you will too!
Getting a puppy from Monique
Monique 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
Connect with Monique to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Monique 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 Monique 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 Monique 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
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 Monique.
Breeder’s location
Meet in North Carolina
4284 miles away
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More about Monique
Monique has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Monique was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Monique is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Apex GSD Specialists 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Apex GSD Specialists 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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.
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).
