Foreman’s White Swiss Shepherds

Nick F.

Breeder of Berger Blanc Suisses

  • Valparaiso, IN
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Nick F., the breeder behind Foreman’s White Swiss Shepherds located in Valparaiso, IN. Our dogs are a huge part of our family! Our girls compete with the dogs in 4H, junior showmanship, conformation, and performance. We are lifelong dog enthusiasts, and we’re excited to share our passion and purpose with others through our breeding program.

Q. & A. with Nick

  • What makes your program special?

    All of our puppies are raised with our family and exposed to household activities. Lots of people visiting, playing and beginning house training.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies are white. 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 Nick

Nick 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.

Nick 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.

“We take great care in matching puppies to appropriate families. Evaluation of temperaments will be made once puppies are old enough to observe their qualities. ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 refundable deposit and between $2,000 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes a non-refundable $500 deposit. The price includes first vaccines, microchipping, worming if needed, and a health guarantee. Refundable only if puppies are unavailable.”

Contract & health guarantee

Nick 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 Nick 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 Nick 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
      • 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
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Toys
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Valparaiso, IN

532 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at South Bend Airport

500 miles away

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More about Nick

  • Club memberships

    Nick is a member of United White Shepherd Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Puppy Culture Breeder.

  • Nick has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years

    Nick was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Nick’s links

Nick is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Foreman’s White Swiss 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

Good level

Foreman’s White Swiss 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 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.

  • 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.

  • Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Nick to bring home their puppies.

  • Jane G.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2024

    Nick was excellent to work with. He is knowledgeable about his dogs and their pedigree. He answered all of our questions and communicated promptly, even posting pictures so we could see our puppy growing in her early weeks. He showed dedication to providing healthy, gorgeous puppies and we received just what we expected. He worked with us throughout the whole process making our transaction easy and safe, including providing a wonderful transport service. We highly recommend working with Nick Foreman and purchasing one of his wonderful dogs.

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.

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