DaCruz K9s
Meet the breeder
I'm David C., the breeder behind DaCruz K9s located in Shelton, CT. We’re so excited to be able to help families experience the longtime loyalty of welcoming a new puppy into their lives! Our dogs have proven to be the greatest companions to our family. We started breeding to contribute to breed betterment and to share smart and loveable puppies with other families.
Q. & A. with David
What makes your program special?
We breed out of our own residential home in Shelton, CT. We also own and house all of our breeders in our home. Knowing the Mom (Dam) and Dad (Sire) of each litter is very important. This allows for us to know their offspring very well and place them in an appropriate home.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 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.
Lime Green
Went homeFemale
Pink
Went homeFemale
Green
Went homeFemale
Orange
Went homeFemale
Purple
Went homeFemale
Green Boy
Went homeMale
Orange Boy
Went homeMale
Pink Girl
Went homeFemale
Blue Boy
Went homeMale
Purple Girl
Went homeFemale
White Boy
Went homeMale
Black Boy
Went homeFemale
Silver Girl
Went homeMale
Red Girl
Went homeFemale
Yellow Boy
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from David
David 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 $1,500 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price includes a health check, deworming, first round of distemper vaccine, AKC registration paperwork, some socialization, and minor crate training.”
Contract & health guarantee
David 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 David 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 David 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 David.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Shelton, CT
More about David
David has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years
David was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
David is a trusted Good Dog breeder
DaCruz K9s 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
Creed, dad
German Shepherd
About Creed
Creed is a male German Shepherd over 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, David decided to make him part of their program. David 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.
Great health testing
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Karma, mom
German Shepherd
About Karma
Karma is a female German Shepherd over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, David decided to make her part of their program. David 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.
Great health testing
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Ozzy, dad
German Shepherd
About Ozzy
Ozzy is a male German Shepherd over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, David decided to make him part of their program. David 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.
Great health testing
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Athena, mom
German Shepherd
About Athena
Athena is a female German Shepherd over 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, David decided to make her part of their program. David 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.
Great health testing
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Freya, mom
German Shepherd
About Freya
Freya is a female German Shepherd over 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, David decided to make her part of their program. David 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.
Great health testing
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
DaCruz K9s 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.
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).
