IronBee Dobermans

Christine H.

Breeder of Doberman Pinschers

  • Shelby, NC
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Christine H., the breeder behind IronBee Dobermans located in Shelby, NC. Our breeding dog(s) are health tested with an emphasis on functional performance and solid minds/temperament.

Q. & A. with Christine

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I have always valued ethical breeding practices dedicated to preserving the integrity of a breed. My commitment led me to acquire my first breeding-quality Doberman, who provided the ideal foundation I was seeking. After she completed all health testing and proved her quality in both performance and conformation, I began my journey of producing Dobermans with the goal of improving the breed.

  • What makes your program special?

    We are a small, home-based breeding operation dedicated to providing the utmost attention to each puppy as they develop. Our breeding dogs are screened for hips, elbows, heart, and breed-specific conditions. We also ensure they have proven temperaments, performance, and conformation to produce sound, healthy dogs with excellent longevity. Puppies are born and raised in our home, where they receive Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) and structured enrichment to help them grow into confident, adaptable companions. I also provide lifelong breeder support for all of our families.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black and rust and red and rust. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • 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 Christine

Christine 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 $1,000 non-refundable deposit and $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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"Includes 2 year health guarantee, AKC registration, first round of vaccines, deworming, puppy socialization and puppy go starter kit (toys, food & treats), initial potty/crate training. All puppies are the same price regardless of color or size. Deposit goes toward total price of puppy."

Contract & health guarantee

Christine 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 Christine 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 Christine 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • 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
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Food & treats
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Toys
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Christine.

Breeder's location

Meet in Shelby, NC

More about Christine

  • Club memberships

    Christine is a member of Doberman Pinscher Club of Charlotte, Atlanta Doberman Pinscher Club of America , and United Doberman Pinscher Club .

  • Certifications & recognitions

    CHIC Certified.

  • Christine has been a member of Good Dog for 2 months

    Christine was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.

  • Christine’s links

Christine is a trusted Good Dog breeder

IronBee Dobermans 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

IronBee Dobermans 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 Doberman Pinschers.

  • 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.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)

    Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.

  • Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)

    Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.

  • Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Working Aptitude (WAE), 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, von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I)

    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).

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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.