Goodwin Heritage Homestead

Emily G.

Breeder of English Shepherds

  • Georgia
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Emily G., the breeder behind Goodwin Heritage Homestead located in Georgia. Our goal is to produce pups of sound mind and body with great dispositions able to transition well from the farm to home life. We adore English Shepherds. Our dogs have enriched our lives in ways we never imagined, and we are so happy to be able to share the wonderful qualities of the breed with others. Owning an English Shepherd is a beautiful experience, and it would be our honor to connect you with the perfect new addition to your family.

Q. & A. with Emily

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We have always had dogs, but we never considered breeding until we got an English Shepherd. Ranger changed everything for us. He helps us guard and protect our property and livestock, he makes chores easier, and he is our children's best friend. We had never met such an amazing dog or breed. We knew we had to share this amazing dog with others.
  • What makes your program special?

    Our dogs are working farm dogs. Our puppies need to be placed on farms or homesteads or a place where they can have a job. We do not place our puppies until after a formal evaluation at 7 weeks old. We then place based on temperament and NOT on gender or appearance. We want your puppy to be your lifelong friend and helper.
  • 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 Emily

Emily 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 $200 deposit and between $500 - $700 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Every puppy will come with ESC and/or UKC registration papers (your preference) and genetic testing. A $200 deposit will hold your puppy. After evaluations puppies will be placed on temperament in order of deposits paid. If a puppy cannot be placed to your satisfaction your deposit will be refunded.”

Contract & health guarantee

Emily 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 Emily 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 Emily 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
    • 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 Emily.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Georgia

4554 miles away

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More about Emily

  • Emily has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years

    Emily was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Emily’s links

Emily is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Goodwin Heritage Homestead 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Goodwin Heritage Homestead 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 English 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.

  • DNA Disease 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 Emily to bring home their puppies.

  • Samantha M.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2024

    Goodwin heritage homestead was amazing through and through! Communication from the start! Emily was amazing keeping me updated with pictures and maintaining a weekly post on her site to list the accomplishments and characteristics of each pup! Frisco is thriving in Colorado and my husband and I have a little family once again! We cherish Frisco with all our hearts and are excited to build lifetime of memories! Thank you again Emily!

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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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