Dog's Play
- Archer, FL
- Responds within a day
Upcoming litters
Expected German Shepherd litter
Due Aug. 2025
Ready Nov. 1
Meet the breeder
I'm Julie H., the breeder behind Dog's Play located in Archer, FL. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and ability. We strive to produce beautiful and versatile beloved companions. We strive to produce well-rounded, balanced German Shepherds and Border Collies that make exceptional family companions but also have the ability to thrive in whatever role they are needed.
Getting a puppy from Julie
Julie 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 $250 refundable deposit and between $750 - $2,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Includes health tested & proven parents. AKC registered. Health tested and raised in a beautiful loving home. The dam is an AKC all around super star with titles in Rally Agility. Service dogs. Includes registration and refund if the puppies do not meet expectations. All puppies will be rigorously tested for temperament. You will receive daily updates on our dog's play page.”
Contract & health guarantee
Julie 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 Julie 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 Julie 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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Julie.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Archer, FL
4732 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Gainesville Airport
4714 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Julie can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Julie
Julie has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Julie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Julie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Dog's Play 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
Nora Jones, mom
German Shepherd
About Nora Jones
Nora is a unicorn German Shepherd. She has excelled at everything I have asked if her from Service dog to Rally and Trick Champion. She is also an accomplished agility dog. Her temperament is just the sweetest ever.
Yed, dad
German Shepherd
About Yed
Yed is an amazing example of his breed. Noble yet fun loving energetic and affectionate. He excels at AKC sport events and is an affectionate exceptional dog.
Parent health testing
Border Collie
German Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Dog's Play 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 Border Collies.
DNA Disease 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).
