Cross Kreek Kennels

Tresa K.

Breeder of German Shepherds

  • Gustavus, OH
  • Responds within an hour

Meet the breeder

I'm Tresa K., the breeder behind Cross Kreek Kennels located in Gustavus, OH. We're a quality, in-home breeding program of healthy, happy German Shepherds. Our pups are raised with care and intention with foundations that nurture curiosity, drive, and obedience. We want our dogs to be biddable and able to succeed wherever they are needed, as well as to thrive in their homes with their families. We look forward to connecting with you!

Q. & A. with Tresa

  • 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.

Getting a puppy from Tresa

Tresa 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.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Tresa partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“We take great care in making sure pups are placed with the right families. ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $100 non-refundable deposit. The remaining $700 - $1,900 is due before pickup, plus applicable taxes and fees.
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“The price includes vet check, first set of shots, up to date on wormings and Health Certificate. And Akc Registration. 100 deposit to hold pups.”

Contract & health guarantee

Tresa 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 Tresa 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 Tresa 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
      • 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
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Initial potty training
      • AKC registration
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Gustavus, OH

4084 miles away

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More about Tresa

  • Tresa has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years

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

  • Tresa’s links

Tresa is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Cross Kreek Kennels 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Cross Kreek Kennels 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 (Preliminary)

    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 (Preliminary)

    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.

  • Full Embark Panel

    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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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.