Combat Creek German Shepherds

Tim F.

Breeder of German Shepherds

  • Barnhart, MO
  • Responds within a day

Upcoming litters

Ripley
Jersey

Expected German Shepherd litter

Due Apr. 2026

Ready June 19
Ripley
Jessi

Planned German Shepherd litter

Due July 2026

Ready Sept. 2026

Meet the breeder

I'm Tim F., the breeder behind Combat Creek German Shepherds located in Barnhart, MO. Our dogs are bred for health and temperament. We strive to produce the best overall pets and family members. We cherish each of our dogs and puppies, and we do everything we can to make sure that they get the best lives possible. That includes everything from choosing healthy parents with good temperaments, to proper socialization and daily care, to placing them in loving homes with wonderful families. We strive to provide each of our puppies and their families with a truly positive experience!

Q. & A. with Tim

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Three years ago we bred Bullmastiffs, after losing our female we decided that chapter had closed for us. After a year or so our family decided we wanted to get another family pet and we decided on our boy Ripley. It was the best decision we ever made because of his temperament, loyalty and love for our children. He is much more than just our pet, he is our boy and part of our family. Ripley is a beautiful old fashion straight back long coat GSD who has passed his Embark testing as well as OFA, because of this we decided to give breeding another go round.

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

    Our puppies have long coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.

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

    Our puppies include black and black and cream. 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.

Getting a puppy from Tim

Tim 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

Puppy prices include a $300 non-refundable deposit and between $1,750 - $1,900 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes limited AKC registration, deworming at 2,4,6 and 8 weeks as well as first vet visit and vaccinations at 7 weeks old. ***Full registration (breeding rights) can be discussed for terms and extra cost***. $300.00 upfront non refundable deposit to hold a puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Tim 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 Tim 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 Tim directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • 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
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Barnhart, MO

698 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at St. Louis Lambert Airport

693 miles away

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More about Tim

  • Tim has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years

    Tim was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

Tim is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Combat Creek 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

Combat Creek 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.

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Tim to bring home their puppies.

  • Matthew S.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2026

    Tim was very helpful and added insight on the development of our puppy. He was on point saying that she is a spitfire!!! She is such a delight!!! still working on potty training, but that's okay!!

    Richard H.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    We couldn't be happier with our new puppy, Fern. Tim was fantastic throughout the entire process, keeping us in the loop from birth to pickup day with regular photos and videos as she grew. She has a wonderful temperament and has settled in remarkably well, even with a toddler in the house.

    Spencer D.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    Tim and his wife were amazing from the start and super knowledgeable. Extremely responsive and answered any and all questions I had. The little guy I picked up (Goose) is ~9 weeks old and he’s darn near potty trained! Can’t recommend them enough!!

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    Teal B.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2026

      • +5

    I am eager to share our story about Combat Creek Shepherds.. Finding a breeder that is trustworthy and educational is hard to find when looking for your perfect puppy. We just happened to find Combat Creek Shepherds by luck and luck turned into a great respect and bond with Tim and Arah. Communication was always responded to immediately , no matter when or what questions we had in regards to our puppy. We never expected to watch our little guy grow through those weeks prior to coming home , but Arah made it impossible not to fall in love with him long before his arrival date was set. We had the best experience watching him grow through pictures and videos and via email or text Being a 4th owner of a Shepherd, we had such an advantage over previous pups we purchased in the past due to technology and the dedication Tim and Arah put forth. Watching the birth of Bruno via video was so exciting and emotional. I was enthralled at all the hard work and patience it takes to bring those little fur babies into the world. It was comforting to know our puppy Bruno was being loved and all his needs were being met prior to his grand appearance into our home. Its not easy taking care of momma shep and her entire litter and for that I commend Combat Creek. When it was time for us to get our little guy, he came home clean and very healthy looking. It was a wonderful experience. If you are looking for a good well acclimated healthy puppy who's been loved, kissed on and clearly all needs were met give these guys a hollar. You wont regret it.

    Olivia L.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    My experience with this breeder was nothing shy of amazing. From the time we started communicating, they were responsive, knowledgeable and always sent me updates on the litter and our pup once we picked him out! We got multiple photo updates weekly as well as weight updates too. We are extremely grateful for the incredible experience with combat creek German shepherds and we love our newest addition, Sergeant❤️

    Hunter K.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    We had a wonderful experience adopting our long-haired German Shepherd puppy from Tim and his lovely wife. It was clear from the very beginning that their dogs are truly loved and treated as family, not just as animals to be sold. The puppies were raised in a clean, nurturing environment and were already well-socialized, confident, and affectionate. The breeder was knowledgeable, transparent, and happy to answer all of our questions, offering guidance and support every step of the way. You can immediately see the time, effort, and heart they put into ensuring their dogs are healthy, happy, and well cared for. Our puppy has an amazing temperament and has been an absolute joy to welcome into our home. We are so grateful to have found a breeder who genuinely prioritizes the well-being of their dogs and the families they go to. We highly recommend this breeder to anyone looking for a long-haired German Shepherd from a responsible and caring family.

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