EZ Brook German Shepherds

Susie Z.

Breeder of German Shepherds

Meet the breeder

I'm Susie Z., the breeder behind EZ Brook German Shepherds located in Nottingham, PA. They make great companion, performance, working dogs with loyal temperaments with natural protective instincts They have heavy bone with level, straight backs My dogs are my companions and live with me in the house The puppies are raised in my home with other dogs and are socialized with children.

Q. & A. with Susie

Why did you start breeding?
My parents are from Germany and bred, showed and trained German shepherds so I was born into this.
What makes your program special?
Health testing includes but no limited to hips, elbows, cardiac, patella, DM, eyes, MDR1 along with many DNA tests and Temperament tests Puppies are AKC registered and come with a written health/ hip guarantee, microchip and up to date vaccinations and wormings The sale contract requires if you cannot keep the dog at any time you must contact me first I will take it back or assist you in rehoming
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include long, 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, black and tan, and black and red. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.

Getting a puppy from Susie

Susie 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 $1,000 non-refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Price includes AKC registration, written sale/health contract and microchip.”

Contract & health guarantee

Susie 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 Susie 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 Susie 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
  - Surface & tactile stimulation
  - Socialized with children
  - Daily handling
  - Socialized with other dogs
  - Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Puppy health practices
  - Vet check
  - First round of shots and deworming
  - Vet records
  - Microchip
- Extras
  - Initial potty training
  - Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Nottingham, PA

92 miles away

More about Susie

Club memberships
Susie is a member of German Shepherd Dog Club of Greater Washington and German Shepherd Dog Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.
Susie has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Susie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Susie’s links
- Facebook
- Website

Susie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

EZ Brook German 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

Parent dogs

Baron, dad
German Shepherd
About Baron
Baron is a big easy going smart dog. He is a barn hunt grand champion as well as titles in lure coursing ( BCAT & CAT) Farm Dog certified and Temperament test from the GSDCA
Excellent health testing
Dentition, Temperament Test, +9 more.
Tillie, mom
German Shepherd
About Tillie
Tillie is a beautiful, outgoing, dark sable. She is a large female with a lot of bone. Her bloodlines go back to almost all the old DDR dogs. She had her initial hip & elbow rays done <2yr old, finals will be done this year. DM negative by parentage
Ember, mom
German Shepherd
About Ember
Ember is a very sweet loyal dog. OFA Hips/elbows, DM clear by parentage
Good health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Kong, dad
German Shepherd
About Kong
Kong is a big, sweet teddy bear, loving and loyal. OFA hips, Eyes, cardiac, patella, DM neg, TC, Dentition, Embark DNA all clear
Uploaded health tests
Dentition, Temperament Test, +7 more.

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

EZ Brook German 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.
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 , Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Dentition, Brucellosis, 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.
VetGen DNA Testing, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), GenSol Diagnostics DNA Testing, DNA Profile, Pituitary Dwarfism, Full Embark Panel, 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).