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Desert Canyon German Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Courtney G., the breeder behind Desert Canyon German Shepherds located in Arizona. Our dogs are bred for performance and excellence. We value structure that meets the breed standard and health testing. Our puppies are well socialized and prepared for their new homes.
Q. & A. with Courtney
Why did you start breeding?
I got into breeding after I titled my first sport dog. I love competing and training and wanted to have a litter to improve the breed and give others their first working dog. I have 3 working k9 teams out of my first litter 10 years ago and 4 out of the 2nd litter from 7 years ago.What makes your program special?
I want to produce good quality stable family pets that can do sports if their owners desire. I am trying to create good versatile dogs that are all around dogs!What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable and black. 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.
Pocatello
Went homeMale
Salty
Went homeFemale
Missoula
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Courtney
Courtney 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 $500 - $2,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes a puppy that was raised in our home with our family. It also includes the first 2 puppy shots, a puppy package and lifetime breeder support. A fair contract and health guarantee too. Deposit secures your puppy so we know that you are serious and have done your research. I always talk to people in depth about their deposit and what it means. Refunds are on a case by case basis.”
Contract & health guarantee
Courtney 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 Courtney 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 Courtney 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 Courtney.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Arizona
1905 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Tucson Airport
1929 miles away
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More about Courtney
Club memberships
Courtney is a member of United Schutzhund Clubs of America and German Shepherd Dog Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Professional Groomer.
Courtney has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Courtney was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Courtney’s links
Courtney is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Desert Canyon 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
Levie, mom
German Shepherd
About Levie
Levie is a female German Shepherd over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Courtney decided to make her part of their program. Courtney 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).
Kevin, dad
German Shepherd
About Kevin
Kevin is the epitome of versatile family dog. He is the kind of dog that I am striving to produce in my program. I can not thank his breeder enough for him. We love him so much, we have a female coming from his breeder.
Great health testing
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Hera, mom
German Shepherd
About Hera
Hera is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Courtney decided to make her part of their program. Courtney 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.
Ted, dad
German Shepherd
About Ted
Ted is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Courtney decided to make him part of their program. Courtney 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
Great level
Desert Canyon 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Brucellosis
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.
DNA Profile, 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).
