Coppermoon German Shepherds

Kathy L.

Breeder of German Shepherds

  • Bemidji, MN
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Meet the breeder

I'm Kathy L., the breeder behind Coppermoon German Shepherds located in Bemidji, MN. I am a small breeder in northern Minnesota. My goal is to produce puppies with great temperaments and trainability, ultimately resulting in outstanding working dogs, show dogs, and family companions. As each and everyone of my dogs possess. We spend lots of time socializing and training our pups so they will have a great foundation of good behavior and neurological development, along with lifetime breeder support.

Q. & A. with Kathy

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Over 30 years ago, I started out breeding Collies being drawn to herding dogs in general. My mentor when I was younger bred German Shepherds and I finally stepped into this majestic breed to carry on her legacy over 25 years ago and I haven't looked back!
  • What makes your program special?

    I dedicate my time and energy to producing a well-rounded, excellent-tempered GSD, with impeccable health clearances. It's about family companions first and titling a dog is icing on the cake! I give my puppy people lifetime support and have made so many friends along the way, near and far.
  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Our puppies include long, plush, and stock 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.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Kathy

Kathy 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 $100 non-refundable deposit and between $2,400 - $3,400 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Deposits are required for puppy reservation. Deposits are non-refundable, but are transferable to future litters. Deposits are requested once mating has taken place. Deposit refundable only if not enough specific gender or enough pups in litter.”

Contract & health guarantee

Kathy 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 Kathy 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 Kathy 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
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Bemidji, MN

1048 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Bemidji Airport

1051 miles away

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More about Kathy

  • Club memberships

    Kathy is a member of German Shepherd Club of America , German Shepherd Dog Club of Mpls/St. Paul, Dog Sporting Club of Minnesota, and German Shepherd Dog Club of America.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Kathy has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Kathy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Kathy’s links

Kathy is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Coppermoon 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

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Coppermoon 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.

  • 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.

  • Genetic Diversity Test, 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).

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