Av Lundquist
Meet the breeder
I'm Michelle L., the breeder behind Av Lundquist located in Salem, WI. We breed and train working line GSDs for Police K9, Search and Rescue, Service Dog, Competitive Sports, and Active Families. The goal we set, and which we believe is still the most important, is to produce healthy puppies that make well-rounded companions for work or play.
Q. & A. with Michelle
Why did you start breeding?
It is my life-long passion is to produce quality dogs with a drive for work and a social sound mind.What makes your program special?
I breed health tested, titled breeding dogs. Puppies are raised in home and underfoot. Early imprinting of all puppies starting at birth. Hip/health guaranteed puppies. Sold on contract with right of first refusal to ensure I know where all my puppies are and that they are safe.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable, black, and bi-color. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Michelle
Michelle 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
“Limited Registration $2000 is and full Registration is $3000. Deposits are non-refundable, but transferable upon approval.”
Contract & health guarantee
Michelle 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 Michelle 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 Michelle directly.
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 Michelle.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Salem, WI
4312 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Milwaukee Mitchell Airport
4285 miles away
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More about Michelle
Club memberships
Michelle is a member of Kenosha Kennel Club .
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Certified Master Dog Trainer (National K9).
Michelle has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years
Michelle was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Michelle is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Av Lundquist 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
Jovie, mom
German Shepherd
About Jovie
Highly driven, social, focused, and intense. Good off switch in the house. Will play with all the neighborhood kids, greet the mailman, and yet guard the house from uninvited guests with tenacity. Tested with sheep and did fantastic with a natural aptitude.
Uploaded health tests
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Brix, mom
German Shepherd
About Brix
Brix is a female German Shepherd over 12 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michelle decided to make her part of their program. Michelle 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.
Hoda, mom
German Shepherd
About Hoda
Hoda is a female German Shepherd about 17 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michelle decided to make her part of their program. Michelle 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.
Bay, mom
German Shepherd
About Bay
Bay is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michelle decided to make her part of their program. Michelle 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.
Judah, dad
German Shepherd
About Judah
Judah is a male German Shepherd over 23 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Michelle decided to make him part of their program. Michelle 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
Great level
Av Lundquist 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.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Brucellosis, Dentition
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)
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).
