Brighton Shepherds
- Barton, VT
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Tess L., the breeder behind Brighton Shepherds located in Barton, VT. Brighton Shepherds produces quality working line AKC German Shepherds. Brighton Shepherds is a new breeding program with the goals of producing balanced working line German Shepherd. Both physically and mentally. A lot of research has gone into producing the best quality pups. Temperament, intelligence, trainability, and most of all health are important aspects of this breeding program.
Q. & A. with Tess
Why did you start breeding?
I use to breed horses and worked on multiple breeding farms. Horses are a big commitment and financially I am not ready for that endeavor. But I loved raising foals and learning about the reproduction process. I have always loved German Shepherds and wanted to apply what I learned in the horse industry to breeding dogs. I wanted to start an ethical business.What makes your program special?
High standards of which individuals qualify to pass on their genetics. All dogs live in my home.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 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.
Rowan
Went homeFemale
"Rachel"
Went homeFemale
"Regina"
Went homeFemale
"Roxanne"
Went homeFemale
"Reece"
Went homeFemale
"Russell"
Went homeMale
"Reginald"
Went homeMale
"Rosalie"
Went homeFemale
"Roger"
Went homeMale
"Ruby"
Went homeFemale
Branson
Went homeMale
Bridget
Went homeFemale
Bradley
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Tess
Tess 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $2,200 - $2,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price includes age appropriate vaccinations and deworming. The start of puppy socialization and potty training. The deposit is non-refundable. This insures the hold of your puppy pick.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tess 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 Tess 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 Tess 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
- 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
- Vet records
Extras
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Initial potty training
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tess.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Barton, VT
479 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Tess can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Tess
Tess has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Tess was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Tess’s links
Tess is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Brighton 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
Litter and program updates
Tess L.
Litter update on 22 Jan. •…Happy to announce this amazing pairing! Reve is showing many signs of pregnancy. Puppies should have great temperaments and a balanced structure. Expecting Sables and possibly solid blacks. Both Sire and Dam have Excellent hips! Litter will be DM by Parentage.
Brick and Reve's litter
Parent dogs
Reve, mom
German Shepherd
About Reve
Reve is a very personable girl. She loves people and interacting with other dogs. She goes out into the community regularly and is very well behaved. She has a balanced personally and confirmation. She has passed all health requirements for the program. OFA certified. Hips scored EXCELLENT. Elbows scored Normal. She is intelligent and easily trainable. She has a high ball drive.
Good health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Brighton 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.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Tess to bring home their puppies.
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Donna G.
Verified owner · Oct. 2024
My husband and I were searching on many of the online pet finder links looking for an all black german shepherd. We came across Good Boy and Tess Leeper from Brighton Shepherds. On her page were 2 beautiful all black shepherds. We immediately inquired about them and Tess got back to us immediately. We chose to put a deposit down on Rosalie to reserve her and the rest of the process was very simple. Tess was wonderful. She answered all of our questions and helped us with every step of the process even coming halfway from Vermont to meet my husband in picking up the puppy. Good Dog and Tess made the whole process a positive experience. I would recommend Tess of Brighton Shepherds and Good Dog to anyone interested in bringing home a wonderful puppy. We are so thrilled to have found the perfect puppy for us and that she is everything that we wanted. I would give this whole experience a 5 out of 5 stars. Perfect!
Jennifer H.
Verified owner · Oct. 2024
+5Tess was so responsive and knowledgeable about the breed and continued to answer questions even after we got the puppy. She was wonderful to meet us half way. Our puppy is happy and healthy, highly recommend Tess as a breeder.
