Island Shilohs
- Tenafly, NJ
- Responds within a few days
Available puppies
Positive Vibrations
Ready now
9 months old · Female
Boy 3
Ready now
9 months old · Male
Don't Worry
Ready now
9 months old · Female
Meet the breeder
I'm Augusta W., the breeder behind Island Shilohs located in Tenafly, NJ. At Island Shilohs we breed for temperament, health and show/breeding. Our dogs are our pride and joy and we love the work we do. Our dogs are sound companions, built to meet the breed standard, win in the show ring and thrive at therapy work. Our dogs are an integral part of our lives. We raise them as a cohesive part of our family from day one to ensure that they’ll make the best and most versatile companions to your family!
Q. & A. with Augusta
Why did you start breeding?
I entered this breed 28 years ago and have loved them ever since.What makes your program special?
Either my dogs thrive as therapy dogs or excel in the breed ring. I have produced many best in show winners.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are gray sable. 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.
Jamming
Went homeFemale
One Love
Went homeFemale
Buffalo Soldier
Went homeMale
Stir it Up
Went homeFemale
Sheriff
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Augusta
Augusta 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 between $3,000 - $6,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“To lock in your space with pups.”
Contract & health guarantee
Augusta 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 Augusta 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 Augusta 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
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Augusta.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Tenafly, NJ
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood Airport
Flexible meeting point
Augusta can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Augusta
Certifications & recognitions
DNA for Dog Breeders (Institute of Canine Biology), Blue Ribbon Breeder .
Augusta has been a member of Good Dog for 9 months
Augusta was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Augusta is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Island Shilohs 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
Seraph, mom
Shiloh Shepherd
About Seraph
Seraph is a female Shiloh Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Augusta decided to make her part of their program. Augusta 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.
Theory, mom
Shiloh Shepherd
About Theory
Theory is a female Shiloh Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Augusta decided to make her part of their program. Augusta 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
Island Shilohs 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 Shiloh 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.
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.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
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.
GenSol Diagnostics DNA Testing, 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).
