Casamoko German Shepherds

Katie H.

Breeder of German Shepherds

Meet the breeder

I'm Katie H., the breeder behind Casamoko German Shepherds located in Somerset, WI. Casamoko German Shepherds breeds dogs that excel at many different dog sports including conformation, agility, scent work, obedience, rally, barnhunt, tracking, herding, therapy dogs, service dogs and loving companions. We breed top quality puppy from health tested parents with health guarantee.

Q. & A. with Katie

Why did you start breeding?
I grew up with German Shepherds as a child and decided to get into breeding while working at a veterinary clinic as an assistant. I purchased my first dog as a breeding prospect in 2002, did extensive health testing on her and began my breeding program. My foundation dog Kodiak got me into agility and dog training. She lived to 14.5 years and lives on in all of our puppies.
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include plush, stock, and long coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable, black, black and tan, black and red, 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 Katie

Katie 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.

Katie partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 7 weeks old.

“Puppies go through a modified Volhard temperament test at 7 weeks.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,700 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Price includes AKC registration, veterinarian examination, deworming, first vaccines, fecal check, microchip, puppy guide book, and health guarantee. Deposit is due once pregnancy is confirmed from the desired litter. Most of our litters have a waiting list before birth and some are fully reserved before born. We recommend contacting us early.”

Contract & health guarantee

Katie 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 Katie 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 Katie 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
  - Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
  - Food & treats
  - Toys
  - Puppy starter kit
  - Initial potty training
  - AKC registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Somerset, WI

883 miles away

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Minneapolis–St. Paul /Wold-Chamberlain Airport

902 miles away

More about Katie

Club memberships
Katie is a member of German Shepherd Club of Minneapolis and St. Paul and German Shepherd Dog Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder, Agility Trial Trainer, CHIC Certified, Licensed Veterinarian, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.
Katie has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Katie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

Katie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Casamoko 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

Aureus, mom
German Shepherd
About Aureus
Aureus is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Katie decided to make her part of their program. Katie 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.
Smokey, dad
German Shepherd
About Smokey
Smokey is a male German Shepherd almost 9 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Katie decided to make him part of their program. Katie 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

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Casamoko 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.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation , Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Dentition, Canine Good Citizen (CGC), 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.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, Full Embark Panel, DNA Profile, 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).