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Hundes Des Waldes Working Dogs
Meet the breeder
I'm Danielle W., the breeder behind Hundes Des Waldes Working Dogs located in Calhoun, LA. We are a family-owned program focused on producing top quality working German Shepherds. We have AKC/FCI/UKC Registered dogs, we train and title our dogs ourselves. Our dogs go on to do, PSA Sports, AKC events, medical alert, even narcotics and SAR work.
Q. & A. with Danielle
What makes your program special?
We strive to produce an overall sound and healthy dog. We are dedicated to finding loving homes for each of our dogs, we will not place a dog in a home that we do not think it is a perfect fit for the pup or the home.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include long 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 and tan. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Getting a puppy from Danielle
Danielle 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 $900 non-refundable deposit and between $900 - $2,600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Deposits go towards the total purchase price.”
Contract & health guarantee
Danielle 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 Danielle 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 Danielle 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 Danielle.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Calhoun, LA
4975 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Monroe Airport
4963 miles away
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More about Danielle
Club memberships
Danielle is a member of AR performance k9 club, German Shepherd Dog Club of America, protection sports of america , Dogs with Law enforcement , and DLE.
Certifications & recognitions
Canine Behavioral Consultant Certificate (e-Training for Dogs), Fitness and Nutrition Diploma (e-Training for Dogs), CCPDT-KA (Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers), Puppy Culture Breeder, American Kennel Club Canine College, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Canine Nutritionist, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Danielle has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years
Danielle was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Danielle’s links
Danielle is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Hundes Des Waldes Working Dogs 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
Rain, mom
German Shepherd
About Rain
Rain is a female German Shepherd over 9 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Danielle decided to make her part of their program. Danielle 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.
Mavrick, dad
German Shepherd
About Mavrick
K9 Maverick is a High Drive Hard dog with a decent off switch. currently in training working towards his DLE certifications in Narcotics,tracking and apprehension. He will be worked as a private k9 unit.
Uploaded health tests
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Forrest, dad
German Shepherd
About Forrest
Forrest is a male German Shepherd almost 13 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Danielle decided to make him part of their program. Danielle 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
Hundes Des Waldes Working Dogs 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
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.
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).
