Gemini GSD
Meet the breeder
I'm Elizabeth C., the breeder behind Gemini GSD located in Sandown, NH. We decided to start breeding to share the best possible puppies with excellent personalities, temperament, and most of all health! Active member: AKC Bred with H.E.A.R.T. program. We raise our dogs in our home right alongside our family. We love being able to match our puppies with families that are the perfect fit for their personalities.
Q. & A. with Elizabeth
Why did you start breeding?
My father bred Chinook's in Maine. While I'd always loved Chinooks, German Shepherds were my favorite and we had those for years. My first GSD was Shad, an imported long coat male that was huge and had the sweetest temperament. Temperament is a huge factor and health.What makes your program special?
All puppies are DNA testing prior to placement for typical GSD issues. Puppies are tested for temperament using the Volhard Puppy Aptitude Test (PAT). There are 10 items that test for social attraction, following, restraint, social dominance, elevation dominance, retrieving, touch sensitivity, sound sensitivity, sight sensitivity, and stability. All results will be provided to new family.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have long coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black and red. 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.
Neptune Boy - Blue
Went homeMale
Hercules Boy - Orange
Went homeMale
Forrest Boy - Tan
Went homeMale
Kevin Boy - Red
Went homeMale
Milo Boy - Green
Went homeMale
Oakley Boy - Teal
Went homeMale
Kona Girl - Purple
Went homeFemale
Lola Girl - Pink
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Elizabeth
Elizabeth 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
"The price includes AKC registration, genetic testing including DM from UC Davis Labs, health certificate, vaccines, deworming, temperament evaluation, and puppy socialization. $500 non-refundable deposit to hold puppy."
Contract & health guarantee
Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth directly.
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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Elizabeth.
Breeder's location
Meet in Sandown, NH
Other pick-up locations
Meet at MHT, BOS
More about Elizabeth
Club memberships
Elizabeth is a member of GSD New England and German Shepherd Dog Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Elizabeth has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Elizabeth was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Elizabeth is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Gemini 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
Parent dogs
Karma, mom
German Shepherd
About Karma
Karma is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Elizabeth decided to make her part of their program. Elizabeth 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.
Maui, dad
German Shepherd
About Maui
Maui is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Elizabeth decided to make him part of their program. Elizabeth 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
Excellent level
Gemini 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 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.
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).
