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Countryside Kennel
Meet the breeder
I'm Cassandra W., the breeder behind Countryside Kennel located in Chatham, VA. Countryside Kennel strives to produce the best breed standard of the German Shepherd Dog. We breed always to improve the standard.
Q. & A. with Cassandra
Why did you start breeding?
When I was working at the vets and helped bring puppies in this world and cared for them & was always great with animals and had a gift. I chose breeding because I love to place good healthy babies into the best loving homes possible and proud to be called the breeder of dogs that have saved lives, work for us, and are great examples of this breed. I love being the one to bring families together!What makes your program special?
We strive to produce the best quality of this breed standard. To only breed the best of the best. All health testing done before breeding and a lot proven titled working or show dogs. Proven their ability to do what they were bred for. We treat our animals like our kids, not just trophies. We go above and beyond. And find the best homes possible for each puppy. We put everything into our dogs.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include 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 and black and red. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Cassandra
Cassandra 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,300 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“AKC registration,utd on shots and wormings,preventatives, microchipped,puppy packs full of everything needed to go into new homes. Nuvet vitamins. Deposits are taken to hold your place/pick on the waiting list for puppies. It secures your spot. Picks are made in order deposits are received. They are non refundable but can be transferred to another litter for up to a year after placed. Below is copy of 1st page of contract. Explaining deposit info. Half due up front to hold place and pick the other half due after puppies arrive.”
Contract & health guarantee
Cassandra 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 Cassandra 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 Cassandra 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Cassandra.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Chatham, VA
Other pick-up locations
More about Cassandra
Club memberships
Cassandra is a member of United Schutzhund Clubs of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., American Kennel Club Canine College.
Cassandra has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years
Cassandra was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Cassandra’s links
Cassandra is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Countryside Kennel 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
King, dad
German Shepherd
About King
King is a male German Shepherd almost 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Cassandra decided to make him part of their program. Cassandra 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.
Kaspar, dad
German Shepherd
About Kaspar
Black & Red Longcoat
Lexi, mom
German Shepherd
About Lexi
Black Sable Longcoat West German Show Line/Working Line
Pepper, mom
German Shepherd
About Pepper
Pepper is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cassandra decided to make her part of their program. Cassandra 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.
Buna, mom
German Shepherd
About Buna
Buna is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cassandra decided to make her part of their program. Cassandra 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
Good level
Countryside Kennel 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.
