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Dakota Shepherds Kennels
- Herrick, SD
- Responds within a day
Available puppies
Trixie red
Ready Dec. 26
5 weeks old · Female
Trixie yellow
Ready Dec. 26
5 weeks old · Female
Trixie light pink
Ready Dec. 26
5 weeks old · Female
Trixie peach
Ready Dec. 26
5 weeks old · Female
Trixie light purple
Ready Dec. 26
5 weeks old · Female
Trixie white
Ready Dec. 26
5 weeks old · Female
Trixie green
Ready Dec. 26
5 weeks old · Female
Light purple
Ready Dec. 17
6 weeks old · Female
Meet the breeder
I'm Darcy D., the breeder behind Dakota Shepherds Kennels located in Herrick, SD. We offer German Shepherds with amazing temperaments and easy-to-train personalities. We adore each and every one of our dogs! Our dogs all get their health clearances done and are bred to the standard as we aim to produce puppies who are as healthy as possible. Puppies are up-to-date on shots, dewormings, vet checks, and come with a puppy packet. All our dogs in are a heated/cooled indoor and outdoor building and also have a huge running area for exercise.
Q. & A. with Darcy
Why did you start breeding?
Always just loved animals and started about 20 years ago breeding Huskies and Elkhounds and have just loved placing puppies and making families happy. Switched to German Shepherds cause I just fell in love with the breed.What makes your program special?
I do my best to do all the health clearances and pair them to the best of my ability to produce quality healthy puppies.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include stock, plush, 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 seal, sable, black, black and cream, black and red, and bi-color. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Dark purple
ReservedFemale
Blue puma male
ReservedMale
Light pink
ReservedFemale
Dark pink puma
ReservedFemale
Trixie lime
ReservedFemale
Trixie orange
ReservedMale
Trixie dark purple
ReservedFemale
Yellow girl
Went homeFemale
Light pink girl
Went homeFemale
Silver girl
Went homeFemale
Blue boy
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Light blue
Went homeMale
Light pink
Went homeFemale
Red
Went homeFemale
Dark pink
Went homeFemale
Orange
Went homeMale
Green
Went homeMale
Yellow
Went homeFemale
Dark blue
Went homeMale
Green Boy 5
Went homeMale
Peach Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Pink Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Orange Boy 1
Went homeMale
White Boy 4
Went homeMale
Red Boy 3
Went homeMale
Yellow Boy 2
Went homeMale
Purple Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Yellow Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Lime girl
Went homeFemale
Yellow Girl
Went homeFemale
Purple girl
Went homeFemale
Blue boy
Went homeMale
Red Girl
Went homeFemale
White girl
Went homeFemale
Light pink girl
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Darcy
Darcy 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 deposit and between $1,000 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“AKC papers, shots, dewormings, health check. It can be transferred to a different litter otherwise it's nonrefundable.”
Contract & health guarantee
Darcy 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 Darcy 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 Darcy 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
- 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
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Darcy.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Herrick, SD
1162 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Joe Foss Field
1045 miles away
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More about Darcy
Darcy has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years
Darcy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Darcy’s links
Darcy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Dakota Shepherds 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
Parent dogs
Zara, mom
German Shepherd
About Zara
Zara is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Darcy decided to make her part of their program. Darcy 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.Max, dad
German Shepherd
About Max
Max is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Darcy decided to make him part of their program. Darcy 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.
Uploaded health tests
Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Nova, mom
German Shepherd
About Nova
Nova is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Darcy decided to make her part of their program. Darcy 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.
Uploaded health tests
Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Thor, dad
German Shepherd
About Thor
Thor is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Darcy decided to make him part of their program. Darcy 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.
Uploaded health tests
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Mya, mom
German Shepherd
About Mya
Mya is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Darcy decided to make her part of their program. Darcy 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.
Uploaded health tests
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Bear, dad
German Shepherd
About Bear
Bear is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Darcy decided to make him part of their program. Darcy 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.
Uploaded health tests
Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Trixie, mom
German Shepherd
About Trixie
Trixie is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Darcy decided to make her part of their program. Darcy 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.
Uploaded health tests
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Neda, mom
German Shepherd
About Neda
Neda is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Darcy decided to make her part of their program. Darcy 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.
Blaze, dad
German Shepherd
About Blaze
Blaze is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Darcy decided to make him part of their program. Darcy 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.
Uploaded health tests
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Hip Dysplasia Prelims (registered with OFA), +1 more.Luna, mom
German Shepherd
About Luna
Luna is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Darcy decided to make her part of their program. Darcy 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.
Uploaded health tests
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Iron, dad
German Shepherd
About Iron
Iron is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Darcy decided to make him part of their program. Darcy 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.
Uploaded health tests
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Puma, mom
German Shepherd
About Puma
Puma is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Darcy decided to make her part of their program. Darcy 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.
Uploaded health tests
Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Dakota Shepherds 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
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Darcy to bring home their puppies.
Amanda H.
Verified owner · May 2025
Darcy was amazing to work with. She was extremely responsive, answered all questions, and help setup everything to ensure our sweet Murphy made it to us. Being out of state and not local to her, I let her know about my family and what we would like in a dog- she paired us with our Murphy and I have to say he’s perfect. We have an almost two year old daughter and Murphy is extremely well behaved, has a wonderful temperament, and very patient with her. He is very loving and has expressed territory that he has claimed us as his people. We love him! I highly recommend Darcy and her shepherds. The bloodline she has raised with shepherds is outstanding. Murphy has shown us great qualities and understanding. Thank you so much Darcy!!
Saurabh B.
Verified owner · Oct. 2024
We had such a great experience with Darcy at Dakota Shepherds Kennels! Right from the beginning, she was super helpful, answering all of our questions and guiding us through the whole process. You can really tell she cares about her dogs. Our puppy came to us happy, healthy, and already so well-socialized. Darcy really knows her stuff, and she gave us a lot of useful tips on caring for and training our new pup, which made the whole transition much easier. We couldn’t be more pleased, and we definitely recommend Darcy and Dakota Shepherds Kennels if you’re looking for a well-bred, well-cared-for German Shepherd!
- JH
Josie H.
Verified owner · May 2025
Working with Darcy was great. She awnsered all questions and had awesome communication, which we appreciate. The puppy we got from ger is so beautiful, calm, sweet, and was well socialized. I would highly recommend usong Darcy if you are looking for a German Shepherd.
