Appleridge German Shepherds

Annette S.

Breeder of German Shepherds

  • Ocala, FL
  • Responds within a few days

Upcoming litters

Casino
Khaleesi

Expected German Shepherd litter

Due Dec. 2025

Ready Jan. 31, 2026

Meet the breeder

I'm Annette S., the breeder behind Appleridge German Shepherds located in Ocala, FL. Sharing over 40 years of Fur Family German Shepherds with yours. Lovingly raised, trained, cherished and always home & family raised from ours to yours.

Q. & A. with Annette

  • Why did you start breeding?

    5 generations of breeders, started in Junior Handling and 4H at 10 year old.

  • What makes your program special?

    We never Fad breed. It’s not always about winning, but it’s always about making the very Best sound loving companion humanly possible. Educate the families that adopt, support them life long, always respect every sweet life that is in your care. They share their hearts with us unconditionally and we need to live to be the person our dog thinks we are !

  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Our puppies include long, 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 black, bi-color, black and tan, and black and red. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Annette

Annette 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 $2,000 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Litter cost is based on titles and proven qualities of parents. There may also be pick of litter, faultless up charge. Unlimited AKC papers occasionally allowed with proof of OFA Hips, Elbows,DM NN and a Title. Litter cost is based on titles and proven qualities of parents. There may also be pick of litter, faultless up charge. Unlimited AKC papers occasionally allowed with proof of OFA Hips, Elbows,DM NN and a Title.”

Contract & health guarantee

Annette 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 Annette 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 Annette 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
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Scent introduction
      • 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
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Toys
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Annette.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Ocala, FL

729 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Orlando Sanford Airport

741 miles away

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Meet in Ocala, FL

731 miles away

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More about Annette

  • Club memberships

    Annette is a member of Madta GsDCA, German Shepherd Dog Club America, American Kennel Club, and Canadian Kennel Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Judge, CGC evaluator, Behavioralist, All Breed Handler & Trainer , AKC Breeder of Merit, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Judge, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator.

  • Annette has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years

    Annette was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Annette’s links

Annette is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Appleridge 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

Excellent level

Appleridge 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.

  • Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), 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.

  • Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), von Willebrand Disease III (vWD III), D Locus (Dilute) DNA test

    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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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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