Forest Home Shepherds
- Colorado Springs, CO
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Marisa A., the breeder behind Forest Home Shepherds located in Colorado Springs, CO. We breed high-quality puppies. We love what we do and are committed to producing well-bred, healthy puppies for loving homes. We breed with passion and integrity so we’re able to responsibly contribute to growing this amazing breed. It’s important to us to share the gift of living with one of our puppies with other families.
Q. & A. with Marisa
What makes your program special?
We truly love our dogs and are a big part of our family! Our little puppies are very special to us.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have stock coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable and black and cream. 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.
Dahlia
Went homeFemale
Poppy
Went homeFemale
Rosie
Went homeFemale
Lily
Went homeFemale
Moose
Went homeMale
Ivy -- Green Collar
Went homeFemale
Grizzly -- Red Collar
Went homeMale
Sage -- Violet Collar
Went homeFemale
Smokey -- Blue Collar
Went homeMale
Rocky -- Orange Collar
Went homeMale
Kodiak -- Yellow Collar
Went homeMale
Poppy
Went homeFemale
Buck
Went homeMale
Oak
Went homeMale
Daisy
Went homeFemale
Ranger
Went homeMale
Rosie
Went homeFemale
Wolfie
Went homeMale
Forest
Went homeMale
Lily
Went homeFemale
River
Went homeFemale
Dahlia
Went homeFemale
Grizz
Went homeMale
Cedar *Price Reduced Available Now*
Went homeMale
Forest
Went homeMale
Moose *Price Reduced Available Now*
Went homeMale
Alder *Price Reduced Available Now*
Went homeMale
Hazel *Price Reduced Available Now*
Went homeFemale
Briar *Price Reduced Available Now*
Went homeFemale
Sage
Went homeFemale
Lily
Went homeFemale
Smoky
Went homeMale
Ivy
Went homeFemale
Grizzly
Went homeMale
Kodiak
Went homeMale
Buck
Went homeMale
Rocky
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Marisa
Marisa has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
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 $500 non-refundable deposit and $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppies will have first vet appointment and vaccines. Deposits will guarantee hold on your puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Marisa 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 Marisa 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 Marisa 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
- 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
Extras
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Marisa.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Colorado Springs, CO
1455 miles away
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More about Marisa
Marisa has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Marisa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Marisa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Forest Home 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
Willow, mom
German Shepherd
About Willow
Willow is a wonderful, sweet dog with a calm temperament. She has her pedigree roots in Belgium and has a long line of French Ring working dogs and a Belgium National title.
Aspen, mom
German Shepherd
About Aspen
Aspen is a rare Wolf Grey sable girl with parents imported from the Czech Republic. Her pedigree includes European National Champions and WUSV First place qualifier.
Maple, mom
German Shepherd
About Maple
Maple is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Marisa decided to make her part of their program. Marisa 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.
Bear, dad
German Shepherd
About Bear
Bear is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Marisa decided to make him part of their program. Marisa 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Forest Home 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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 Examination (rDVM, not 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 (rDVM, not 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.
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).
