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Iron Crest Shepherds
- Spring Hill, FL
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Planned German Shepherd litter
Due May 2026
Ready June 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm William M., the breeder behind Iron Crest Shepherds located in Spring Hill, FL. We take pride in the health and quality of our Dam. She has been health checked, socialized & raised in our home. Our stud has a Champion bloodline, V rated, IGP3 and KKL. With these exceptional traits you are receiving the best of the best from Iron Crest. Your champion pup is waiting for you.
Q. & A. with William
Why did you start breeding?
I got into breeding when I realized many individuals were not interested in the quality of pups they were creating, only the money they were trying to make. A good breeder will ensure the bloodline is exceptional, all testing and health checks are good and each potential home for their pups are vetted and approved to continue the excellence in breeding.What makes your program special?
We only select the perfect studs with exceptional health and temperament as ours to ensure the most perfect future bloodline. The stud owner must also possess the same vision and qualifications as we do. Our goal is to pass on and continue an exceptional breed of GSD.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have stock 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.
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
Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $3,500 - $4,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes AKC registration, all initial immunizations, deworming, health guarantee and socialization. All of our puppies will receive the same health and registration along with socializing and put training. The dossier will help cover the cost of the health and wellness of your new baby.”
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.
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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
- Car rides
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from William.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Spring Hill, FL
787 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet in Jacksonville, FL
647 miles away
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More about William
Club memberships
William is a member of AKC.
Certifications & recognitions
Verified, certified service dog.
William has been a member of Good Dog for 3 months
William was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
William is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Iron Crest 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
Litter and program updates
William M.
Program update on 04 Nov. •So Mia's first ultrasound was done this morning and I'm sad to say, she did not show signs of pregnancy. We will check her again with an x-ray in 25 days.
Parent dogs
Mia, mom
German Shepherd
About Mia
Mia is a very loving, gentle giant. She can't help but greet everybody with her favorite toy. Don't even mention the word ride, Mia will grab her leash and beat you to the door. Mia definitely prefers to be by your side yet is absolutely secure enough to stay home for several hours by herself. Of course, bedtime for Mom and Dad means she knows it's her bedtime as well and she will follow us to the bedroom. Mia lives to play with other dogs of all size and age. Her best friend at home is a flame point siamese cat.
Great health testing
DNA Profile, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Iron Crest 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.
