Fireside Fernweh WSS & Kriegerseele GSD

Skylar C.

Breeder of German Shepherds and Berger Blanc Suisses

  • Chestnut, IL ·
  • Responds within a few days

Available puppies and older dogs

Dolly

Ready now

3 months old · Female

Vesta

Ready now

1 year old · Female

Desi

Ready now

8 months old · Female

Upcoming litters

Zeus
Prada

Expected Berger Blanc Suisse litter

Due Oct. 2026

Ready Nov. 28
Bria

Planned German Shepherd litter

Due Nov. 2026

Ready Jan. 2027

Meet the breeder

I'm Skylar C., the breeder behind Fireside Fernweh WSS & Kriegerseele GSD located in Chestnut, IL. We breed White Swiss Shepherds and working line German Shepherds, with a heavy emphasis on temperament, health, and structure. Our breeding dogs have been extensively health tested and are titled in show and/or sport. Our heavy involvement in the dog world demonstrates our commitment to our program.

Q. & A. with Skylar

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I was lucky enough to own an exceptional White Swiss, Furrari, who accomplished more than almost any other dog in the breed during her time to shine. Because of her excellence, it would have been a disservice to the breed NOT to breed her, and so Fireside Fernweh was born. The German Shepherd side of things came later when I started training in IGP--then I purchased Bria and began Kriegerseele.
  • What makes your program special?

    We are extremely selective and critical of temperament within both White Swiss and German Shepherds--in both breeds, there are big issues with nervous, fearful, and reactive temperaments. We have carefully chosen stable and sociable dogs for our program, so that we produce truly excellent progeny. All of our breeding dogs are also extensively health tested and titled in show and/or sport.
  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Our German Shepherd puppies have stock coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our German Shepherd puppies include sable, black, black and tan, and bi-color. Berger Blanc Suisse puppies are white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Skylar

Skylar 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.

Skylar 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 7 weeks old.

“Our puppies are carefully matched to buyers based on temperament testing, structure evaluations, and my own observations of their personalities during their time here.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $3,000 - $6,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Our working line German Shepherd puppies are $3500 and our White Swiss Shepherd puppies are generally $5000-7000. All puppies are well-socialized, raw fed, and come from highly accomplished pedigrees. The deposit is nonrefundable, but may be transferred if needed.”

Contract & health guarantee

Skylar 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 Skylar 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 Skylar 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 with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • 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
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Toys
      • Registration
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Chestnut, IL

4473 miles away

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More about Skylar

  • Club memberships

    Skylar is a member of United Schutzhund Clubs of America, OG Edgerton Schutzhund Club, and White Swiss Shepherd Club of America.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Puppy Culture Breeder.

  • Skylar has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years

    Skylar was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Skylar’s links

Skylar is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Fireside Fernweh WSS & Kriegerseele GSD 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

All breeds

Berger Blanc Suisse

German Shepherd

Parent health testing

Berger Blanc Suisse

German Shepherd

Fireside Fernweh WSS & Kriegerseele GSD 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 Berger Blanc Suisses.

  • 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 (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.

  • Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Lumbosacral Transitional Vertebra (LTV)

    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.

  • Full Embark 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 Skylar to bring home their puppies.

  • AJ

    Anthony J.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2026

    Skylar is simply one of the best breeders around! At this point we've purchased two dogs from her and they have been amazing! Skylar is always responsive to messages and willing to help even after purchase. It's very clear she cares about the dogs and getting them in the correct home. If I could I would purchase more dogs from her. We'll worth the visit!

Photos

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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