Emerald Mtn Ranch LLC
- Steamboat Springs, CO
- Responds within a day
Upcoming litters
Planned Turkish Boz Shepherd litter
Due Apr. 2026
Expected Turkish Boz Shepherd litter
Due May 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Jan S., the breeder behind Emerald Mtn Ranch LLC located in Steamboat Springs, CO. Our family has been raising animals and working the land since 1907 on our high-country ranch in Colorado. We specialize in Turkish Boz Shepherds, breeding for proven working ability, stable temperaments, and health from imported bloodlines. Our dogs are raised with livestock and great with people.
Q. & A. with Jan
Why did you start breeding?
I began breeding Miniature Pinschers over 20 years ago. After moving back to our family's working ranch, we owned other LGDs, but the Boz Shepherd stood out as a formidable guardian. They are bold protectors yet gentle souls. After watching their incredible protective instinct with our special needs daughter, we knew our calling was to help families, ranches, and homesteads protect their animals.What makes your program special?
Our dogs are proven, effective guardians, actively working on our 600-acre ranch in the Rocky Mountains. Bred for workability in extreme conditions, our Boz Shepherds live with and protect their animals from larger predators. We focus on stable temperaments, health, and imported bloodlines. Our breeding dogs are registered, and our mission is to help you keep your animals and family safe.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include brindle and fawn. 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.
Purple Boy
Went homeMale
Blue Boy
Went homeMale
Black Boy
Went homeMale
Red Boy
Went homeMale
Pink Girl
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Jan
Jan 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.
Jan partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.
“We work with people on their selection based on needs, temperament, and the order of deposits. ”
Price
“Our pups are $2,350 - $3000 This includes: Vet exam summary First vaccines & deworming Microchip & ADF registration Health guarantee & contract Early daily socialization & stock exposure. A $500 deposit secures your puppy. It is refundable if we cannot provide a puppy. It's non-refundable if you cancel, as it helps cover our costs to find the puppy an appropriate new home.”
Contract & health guarantee
Jan 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 Jan 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 Jan directly.
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on 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
- 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
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Jan.
Breeder's location
Meet in Steamboat Springs, CO
5061 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Denver Airport
5026 miles away
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Meet in Denver, CO
5043 miles away
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More about Jan
Jan has been a member of Good Dog for 7 months
Jan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Jan’s links
Jan is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Emerald Mtn Ranch LLC 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
Jan S.
Program update on 31 Jan •Congratulations Arturo ❤️
Jan S.
Program update on 31 Jan •Congratulations Lucas ❤️
Jan S.
Litter update on 18 Jan •Puppy Politics
TALAT and Zana's litter
Jan S.
Litter update on 09 Jan •6 weeks
TALAT and Zana's litter
Jan S.
Program update on 01 Jan •5 weeks old....little charmers ❤️
Jan S.
Litter update on 24 Dec 2025 •First meal ❤️
TALAT and Zana's litter
Jan S.
Litter update on 22 Dec 2025 •4 weeks old
TALAT and Zana's litter
Jan S.
Litter update on 19 Dec 2025 •Momma is never far ❤️
TALAT and Zana's litter
Jan S.
Litter update on 13 Dec 2025 •Nothing sweeter than momma loving on her babies
TALAT and Zana's litter
Jan S.
Program update on 13 Dec 2025 •Strong little Boz babies
Parent dogs
Zana, mom
Turkish Boz Shepherd
About Zana
Zana is the full sister of Nova. She lives full-time with her goats and is great with most stock. She is intensely focused, extremely dedicated to her job, and fiercely protective — a dog who won’t let predators in. While respectful of people, she carries a dominant personality and commands attention wherever she goes. Her drive and focus make her a reliable guardian for our needs, always ready to defend her herd with determination.
Great health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Viper, dad
Turkish Boz Shepherd
About Viper
Don’t let Viper’s striking brindle markings fool you — this boy is far more than a handsome face. While his looks turn heads, it’s his instinct, temperament, and work ethic that truly define him. At under a year old, Viper is already showing the qualities we value most in a Turkish Boz Shepherd. With his people, he is an affectionate lovebug who enjoys attention and connection. With livestock, he stays out day and night, following the sheep and guarding with quiet focus and purpose. He is naturally in tune with his surroundings and consistently aware of the needs around him. Standing 29 inches tall and weighing approximately 112 pounds, Viper carries himself with confidence and athleticism. He works calmly alongside sheep, goats, and calves and has already proven to be a steady, reliable presence in the pasture. Around puppies, he is gentle and attentive, earning his place as a trusted “uncle” here on the ranch. Viper has completed PennHIP and Embark testing, with OFA prelims scheduled for March. He represents the balance we strive for in our program — a Turkish Boz Shepherd with strong guardian instinct, sound structure, and a loyal, people-focused nature. We look forward to his first planned litter in 2026.
Great health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Brinks, dad
Turkish Boz Shepherd
About Brinks
Brinks is a male Turkish Boz Shepherd about 1 year old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Jan decided to make him part of their program. Jan 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.
Great health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).NOVA, mom
Turkish Boz Shepherd
About NOVA
Nova is an intense, committed Turkish Boz Shepherd with exceptional reliability across all livestock, especially poultry. She lives full-time with a variety of free-range birds and excels beyond any dog on the ranch in calm presence, awareness, and restraint, making her truly irreplaceable. Serious and dominant, Nova expects respect from other dogs and brings confidence and clarity to her role as a guardian. That same determination makes her unwaveringly dependable in the field. With her people, Nova is loyal, respectful, and attentive, working closely and purposefully with her handlers. At nearly four years old and approximately 120 pounds, she combines physical strength with mental resilience and maturity. Nova has completed all health, thyroid, and genetic testing, with OFA results showing no signs of hip or elbow dysplasia. She is a purebred, registered Turkish Boz Shepherd with the American Dog Federation. Nova represents the seriousness, stability, and working instinct we strive to preserve. Her first planned litter is expected in 2026.
Excellent health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.Princess, mom
Turkish Boz Shepherd
About Princess
Princess is a female Turkish Boz Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jan decided to make her part of their program. Jan 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.
Great health testing
DNA Disease Panel.TALAT, dad
Turkish Boz Shepherd
About TALAT
TALAT is a male Turkish Boz Shepherd about 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Jan decided to make him part of their program. Jan 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.
Great health testing
DNA Disease Panel.
Parent health testing
Great level
Emerald Mtn Ranch LLC 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 Turkish Boz 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.
Temperament Test, Brucellosis, Vet Wellness Exam
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.
Genetic Diversity Test, Full Embark Panel, DNA Profile, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Jan to bring home their puppies.
- JW
Josie W.
Verified owner · Feb. 2026
We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Emerald Mtn Ranch and with our new Boz Shepherd puppy, Arturo. Jan is truly an outstanding breeder. From the very beginning, it was clear how much care, knowledge, and dedication she puts into raising her dogs. The ranch itself is absolutely amazing, and the environment she provides for her puppies makes such a difference. Jan does an incredible job socializing them — exposing them to other animals, taking them on car rides, and handling them constantly so they are comfortable and confident. That early foundation really shows. Our boy Arturo is one of the best puppies we’ve ever had. He is even-tempered, easygoing, and just goes with the flow. Nothing seems to stress him out. His calm, confident personality is a true testament to the thoughtful breeding and early socialization he received. Emerald Mtn Ranch Boz Shepherd is an amazing Boz Shepherd breeder, and we highly recommend Jan to anyone looking for a well-rounded, stable, and beautifully raised puppy. We are beyond grateful for Arturo!
Christy O.
Verified owner · Feb. 2026
Emerald Mountain Ranch was amazing to work with. We love our beautiful Boz boy. Jan has been abundantly helpful to us- answering all questions and available for guidance when needed. I have no complaints and would happily return for future dogs. Highly recommend!
