H&R Shepherds
- San Antonio, TX ·
Meet the breeder
I'm Shakira C., the breeder behind H&R Shepherds located in San Antonio, TX. We breed to preserve the unique characteristics of this breed while considering a variety of traits, including health, conformation, and temperament. We emphasize the proper socialization and training of our puppies, and we strive to promote responsible dog ownership.
Q. & A. with Shakira
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 include black and red, blue, and liver. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Shakira
Shakira 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.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Shakira partners with them to find the best puppy match.
Price
“Limited registration price 2000 Full registration price 2500 Full rights granted once health testing is done for hip, elbow, and a DNA panel OFA, PennHip and SV allow Embark, wisdom panel, or gensol .”
Contract & health guarantee
Shakira 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 Shakira 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 Shakira directly.
You’re protected
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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
- Socialized with children
- Daily handling
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Extras
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Shakira.
Breeder's location
Meet in San Antonio, TX
1381 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at San Antonio Airport
1362 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Shakira can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Shakira
Shakira has been a member of Good Dog for less than a month
Shakira was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Shakira’s links
Shakira is a trusted Good Dog breeder
H&R 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
Royalty, mom
German Shepherd
About Royalty
Royalty is a female German Shepherd over 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shakira decided to make her part of their program. Shakira 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.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Parent health testing
H&R 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.
Full Embark 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).
