Hardheaded Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm William M., the breeder behind Hardheaded Shepherds located in Springfield, OH.
Q. & A. with William
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include plush and stock coat varieties. 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. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from William
William 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
"They are $1250 for the rehoming fee they are AKC registered. They are vet check and health tested before sent home as well as 75% potty trained or more right along with crate training both of the parents are health tested to ensure the puppies have no genetic health issues. If you are interested, just let me know."
Contract & health guarantee
William 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 William 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 William 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
- Vet records
Extras
- Initial potty training
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from William.
Breeder's location
Meet in Springfield, OH
345 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
William can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about William
William has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 months
William was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
William’s links
William is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Hardheaded 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 health testing
Good level
Hardheaded 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
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.
Temperament Test, Vet Wellness Exam
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
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).
