Drachenhaus Shepherds

Laura D.

Breeder of German Shepherds

Meet the breeder

I'm Laura D., the breeder behind Drachenhaus Shepherds located in Greece, NY. We breed for not only great looks, but for superior temperaments as well. Our dogs are active in Rally, CGC, Trick Dog, Scentwork, FastCat, BarnHunt, DockDiving, Farm Dog and others - they hold many titles in these sports. We occasionally have pups available. All of our breeding dogs have been OFA'd hips and elbows, DM tested, and full Embark paneled. Our dogs are fed a premium dry food containing minimal grains and additives, supplemented with lean meats and healthy, natural fats and proteins. Our dogs are not kennel dogs, they are our family pets and live in our home with us. All our pups are raised underfoot in our home and are socialized with adults, children and other dogs from day one, so you can be sure that your puppy comes to you as a happy, healthy, well-rounded new addition to your family!

Q. & A. with Laura

  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Our puppies include plush and stock coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include sable, black, bi-color, and black and tan. 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.

Getting a puppy from Laura

Laura has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

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 between $1,700 - $2,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Puppies all go home with the following: - Prepaid AKC (limited/non-breeding) registration -AKC Reunite Microchip w/ prepaid lifetime registration - Vet check with 1st shots, dewormings, 1st month heartworm/flea/tick preventative - puppy collar & leash - small bag of current food - toys - small bag of shavings for potty training - pup blanket w/mommy & sibling's scents - lots of love and attention for an easy transition from our loving home to yours! $300 deposit to hold a pup once pups are born. Additional $300 deposit to hold specific puppy of choice at 5/6weeks. Remaining balance due upon pick up at 8/9 weeks.”

Contract & health guarantee

Laura 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 Laura 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 Laura directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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 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
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Laura.

Breeder's location

Meet in Greece, NY

285 miles away

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More about Laura

  • Laura has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years

    Laura was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Laura’s links

Laura is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Drachenhaus 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Drachenhaus 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.

  • Temperament Test

    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 Disease Panel, 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).

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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