Deuce's Den
- Lexington, KY
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Gwen S., the breeder behind Deuce's Den located in Lexington, KY. At Deuce's Den we are striving to produce the best companions we can. Combining Type, Temperament, and health. Our dogs compete in both UKC, ABKC, and AKC.
Q. & A. with Gwen
Why did you start breeding?
I bred my first litter in 1989. A great dane litter of 2 puppies that both went on to be come champions. I don't breed for quantity but for quality.What makes your program special?
Our program is based around temperament first. We see the measurement of successful breeders as those that place puppies in their forever homes. We offer lifetime support and kinship with our puppy buyers.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Miniature American Shepherd puppies include red tri-color, black tri, red merle, and blue merle. American Bully puppies include black tri-color, blue fawn, blue, black brindle, 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.
Loki
Went homeMale
Biles - Purple Collar Female
Went homeFemale
Swoops - pink collar female
Went homeFemale
Thorpe - Blue collar male
Went homeMale
Flo-Jo red collar female
Went homeFemale
Ledecky- Burgandy Collar female
Went homeFemale
Lipp - Black Collar Male
Went homeMale
MistMay - Orange collar girl
Went homeFemale
Black Tri Female
Went homeFemale
Black Tri Male
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Green
Went homeMale
Grey
Went homeFemale
Teal
Went homeFemale
Brown
Went homeMale
Pink
Went homeFemale
Red
Went homeFemale
Yellow
Went homeFemale
Pink
Went homeFemale
Blue
Went homeMale
Purple
Went homeFemale
Green
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Gwen
Gwen 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 $2,000 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“All puppies going to pet homes are the same price regardless of sex or color. Deposits are non-refundable but may be transferred to a future breeding.”
Contract & health guarantee
Gwen 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 Gwen 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 Gwen 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
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- 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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Gwen.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Lexington, KY
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Louisville Airport (Standiford Field)
Flexible meeting point
Gwen can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Gwen
Club memberships
Gwen is a member of Great Lakes MAS, Mason Dixon, and MASCUSA.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Judge, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Puppy Culture Breeder.
Gwen has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Gwen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Gwen’s links
Gwen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Deuce's Den 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
Gwen S.
Litter update on 10 Apr. •These 2 boys still looking for their people.
Hammer and Boujee's litter
Gwen S.
Litter update on 31 Mar. •Such a good boy!
Tinner and Theia's litter
Gwen S.
Litter update on 08 Mar. •Puppies at 8 weeks old and almost ready for their forever homes.
Hammer and Boujee's litter
Gwen S.
Litter update on 19 Feb. •
Hammer and Boujee's litter
Gwen S.
Litter update on 13 Feb. •Their little personalities are starting to emerge. ❤️
Hammer and Boujee's litter
Gwen S.
Litter update on 01 Feb. •Enjoying the morning. Purple collar girl E litter
Tinner and Theia's litter
Gwen S.
Litter update on 30 Jan. •Everyone's eyes are open and they are finding their legs. Green collar boy
Hammer and Boujee's litter
Gwen S.
Program update on 23 Jan. •Babies are growing like weeds! All the girls 💗
Gwen S.
Litter update on 23 Jan. •Babies are growing like weeds! Pictures is the boys
Tinner and Theia's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
American Bully
Miniature American Shepherd
Potter, dad
American Bully
About Potter
CH Potter has the perfect American Bully temperament! Sweet, goofy, loves everyone, dog social, confident, outgoing, and buddable.
Great health testing
Patellar Luxation, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +2 more.
Samson, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Samson
Samson is a male Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Gwen decided to make him part of their program. Gwen 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.
Theia, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Theia
Theia is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Gwen decided to make her part of their program. Gwen 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.
Snow, dad
American Bully
About Snow
Snow is a male American Bully. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Gwen decided to make him part of their program. Gwen 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.
Good health testing
Boujee, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Boujee
Boujee is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Gwen decided to make her part of their program. Gwen 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.
Scarlett, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Scarlett
Scarlett is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Gwen decided to make her part of their program. Gwen 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.
Sora, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Sora
Sora is a male Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Gwen decided to make him part of their program. Gwen 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.
Hoazz, mom
American Bully
About Hoazz
Hoazz is a female American Bully. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Gwen decided to make her part of their program. Gwen 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.
Good health testing
Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Butters, mom
American Bully
About Butters
Butters is a female American Bully almost 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Gwen decided to make her part of their program. Gwen 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.
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel, Hip Dysplasia Prelims (registered with OFA), +2 more.
Waffles, mom
American Bully
About Waffles
Waffles is a female American Bully. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Gwen decided to make her part of their program. Gwen 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.
Mueller, dad
American Bully
About Mueller
Mueller is a male American Bully. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Gwen decided to make him part of their program. Gwen 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.
Dutch, dad
American Bully
About Dutch
Dutch is a male American Bully. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Gwen decided to make him part of their program. Gwen 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
American Bully
Miniature American Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Deuce's Den 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 American Bullies.
Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary), 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.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation
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.
Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA), Dentition, Shoulder Osteochondrosis
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.
Cone-Rod Dystrophy 1 (crd1), American Staffordshire Terrier Type, 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Gwen to bring home their puppies.
- KS
Kyrsten S.
Verified owner · June 2024
Gwen is wonderful! She is very responsive, knowledgeable, and she deeply cares about developing healthy dogs. We had Sunny transported and it was an easy process, which Gwen guided us through. We are enjoying our healthy and sweet puppy, Sunny, from her!
Kortney C.
Verified owner · May 2024
+8Great experience all around! Super helpful with everything. My puppy came super healthy and just overall amazing! So helpful with figuring out transportation. I’m so happy with everything and my new puppy is just amazing!
