Blumenhaus German Shepherd Dogs
Meet the breeder
I'm Niki F., the breeder behind Blumenhaus German Shepherd Dogs located in Raeford, NC. Versatility is paramount in my program. I aim to stay true to the breed founder's vision of producing all around utility dogs that can excel in just about any working or sporting venue from being police canines to agility competitors.
Q. & A. with Niki
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 and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Niki
Niki has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
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
“Puppies go home microchipped, dewormed, and vaccinated with their first round of DAPP. They come with limited AKC registration, a veterinary health certificate, some food, and a blanket. Price is calculated by dividing litter expenses by the number of puppies available. Once price is determined, a 20% deposit is due (between $300-600). Outstanding balance is due by pick up day.”
Contract & health guarantee
Niki 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 Niki 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 Niki 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
- Socialized in new places
- 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
- Food & treats
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Niki.
Breeder's location
Meet in Raeford, NC
297 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Raleigh–Durham Airport
230 miles away
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More about Niki
Certifications & recognitions
CCDT.
Niki has been a member of Good Dog for 5 months
Niki was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Niki is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Blumenhaus German Shepherd Dogs 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
Ruger, mom
German Shepherd
About Ruger
Ruger embodies everything I have ever wanted in dog; as such, she is the foundation of my breeding program. The German Shepherd Dog was created to be an all around utility dog, and Ruger's versatility makes her just that. She has medium energy and a perfect off-switch, content to relax at home or be on the move all day. Stable and confident, she is the best sidekick to run errands with. Incredibly intelligent and biddable with tons of food and toy drive, she is a joy to train through both free shaping and luring. She is aloof with strangers but will accept affection if asked, neutral to zoo and farm animals, and appropriately dominant with other dogs (sets firm boundaries without being unfair and tolerates new boarding and daycare dogs coming into our home). She has natural herding instincts in the living fence style, immediately took to keeping my chickens out of the road. She loves to use her nose and displays fantastic hunt drive. In bite work, she shows slightly more defense than prey drive and would absolutely react accordingly in a real life protection scenario. She can take a lot of pressure and has great possession. In coursing ability tests and Barn Hunt, she exhibits very high prey drive.
Excellent health testing
Spine (OFA, FCI), Temperament Test, +3 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Blumenhaus German Shepherd Dogs 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, Spine (OFA, FCI), Vet Wellness Exam
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).
