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Dogtown K9 Training home of "vom Haus Courtland" Kennel
Meet the breeder
I'm Teresa C., the breeder behind Dogtown K9 Training home of "vom Haus Courtland" Kennel located in Gardnerville, NV. Our dogs work hard, play hard, love hard & are part of the family. We prepare all our pups to thrive in their future jobs & homes. We strive to produce well-rounded, balanced Working line German Shepherd Dogs that make exceptional active family companions but also have the ability to thrive in a variety of working dog sports.
Q. & A. with Teresa
Why did you start breeding?
I have been breeding dogs for over 30 years. I started with Rottweilers and bred working line Rottweilers in the early days. Since the early 2000's I have been selectivly breeding Working line German Shepherds. I breed primarly when I am looking for a new dog for myself. I am very active in dog sports and take pride in training and titling all my dogs myself. earning the titles as Breeder/Handler/Owner/Trained.What makes your program special?
Finn McCool vom Haus Courtland, IPO3,IGP3,FH, KKL, AS1 and ZIVA"Kanela de Lupus Seavus, BH, IGP1, AS Temperment Test are expecting! Due Date of liytter December 10, 2024What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have stock coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable, black, 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.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Female "Georgia"
Went homeFemale
Female Grace
Went homeFemale
Female Gertie
Went homeFemale
Male Hawkeye
Went homeMale
Male Hennessy
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Teresa
Teresa 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and $2,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Teresa 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 Teresa 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 Teresa 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
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Food & treats
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Teresa.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Gardnerville, NV
5533 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Reno/Tahoe Airport
5500 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Teresa can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Teresa
Club memberships
Teresa is a member of https://groundzeroschutzhund.com/, https://apdt.com/, https://iacpdogs.org/, https://psak9-as.org/as/, https://www.awdf.net/, Placer Co Schutzhund Club, American Kennel Club, American Schutzhund Club, and United Schutzhund Clubs of America.
Teresa has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Teresa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Teresa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Dogtown K9 Training home of "vom Haus Courtland" Kennel 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
Teresa C.
Program update on 17 Jan. •Puppies are a little over 5 weeks now! Growing fast.
Parent dogs
Ziva, mom
German Shepherd
About Ziva
Ziva is very loving and loyal. She has excellent temperment and will naturally protect her family. Good around kids, and after introduced, other dogs. High drive. She is IGP1, BH, CGC, AS Temperment Test
Finn, dad
German Shepherd
About Finn
Finn has an excellent temperment. Very solid, stable and confident. High drive. Excellent around other animals, children, environmtaly sound. He's IPO3, IGP3, AD, AS1, CGC, KKl
Finn, dad
German Shepherd
About Finn
Finn is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Teresa decided to make him part of their program. Teresa 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.
Ziva, mom
German Shepherd
About Ziva
Ziva is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Teresa decided to make her part of their program. Teresa 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
Dogtown K9 Training home of "vom Haus Courtland" Kennel 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).
