Jennifer Shaneberger
Meet the breeder
I'm Jennifer S., the breeder behind Jennifer Shaneberger located in Clarksville, TN. We’re video game nerds who love a very specific breed of dog. The MAS is exactly the type of companion Link (from Zelda) would take on adventures! They are easy to train, fast, high jumpers, loyal, soft and cuddly, great with kids and other animals, and love to go new places.
Q. & A. with Jennifer
Why did you start breeding?
I do a lot of things, but I try to be intentional about making each moment count. So, when I fell in love with Navi, my first Mini American Shepherd, I knew that I wanted to fill the world with more dogs like her. So, I dove into dog world with AKC courses and getting to know other breeders and dog sports enthusiasts. Navi's first rainbow litter of 9 pups, and our program was born.What makes your program special?
Our pups are raised in our home, not in a kennel. This makes them especially friendly as they've been handled and socialized daily. By the time they go home, they can use the doggie door and understand the phrase "let's go potty outside". Our program is small with a litter every other year. This makes each litter so special to us that we stop everything and dote on them.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include red tri-color, black, red merle, and blue merle. 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.
Eko
Went homeFemale
Sun, Sunny
Went homeFemale
Eloise
Went homeFemale
Magelan, Maggie
Went homeFemale
Rousseau, Rou
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Jennifer
Jennifer 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
"We fully test our dam and sire for genetic diseases specific to this breed. Our parent's have OFA certified excellent Hips, normal paellas and elbows. Eyecerf normal, clear HSF4 cataracts and NAD. 500 and a signed contract to hold puppy. We register the litter with AKC, but the registering the individual pup is the buyer's responsibility; we provide the paperwork."
Contract & health guarantee
Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer directly.
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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Jennifer.
Breeder's location
Meet in Clarksville, TN
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Nashville Airport (Berry Field)
Meet in Indianapolis, IN
More about Jennifer
Club memberships
Jennifer is a member of Miniature American Shepherd Club of the USA.
Jennifer has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Jennifer was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Jennifer is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Jennifer Shaneberger 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
Jennifer S.
Litter update on 17 July 2025 •Maggie found her people! She will be living in South Carolina with a PhD graduate student, helping her keep her sanity as she studies!!
Tripp and Ginger's litter
Jennifer S.
Program update on 17 July 2025 •…Eloise found her people! She’s going to live with her aunt Rose, her dam’s sister, in Michigan! Lake house with 2 boys to play with. This will be a dream life for her. We’re so excited.
Jennifer S.
Litter update on 17 July 2025 •…Eko found her people!! She’s off to North Carolina and will be the only child in this empty nester’s home. She’s looking forward to having all the attention.
Tripp and Ginger's litter
Jennifer S.
Litter update on 15 July 2025 •Busy night!
Tripp and Ginger's litter
Jennifer S.
Litter update on 13 July 2025 •The best things in life are free… just ask the pups about this box!
Tripp and Ginger's litter
Jennifer S.
Litter update on 11 July 2025 •Almost ready… tomorrow our Nellie goes home to Connecticut. She’ll live with her aunt- her mom’s litter mate named Reba.
Tripp and Ginger's litter
Jennifer S.
Litter update on 11 July 2025 •…Training: from pen to the doggie door “let’s go potty outside”. The biggest compliment I get from my owners is how easy it was to potty train their pup.
Tripp and Ginger's litter
Jennifer S.
Program update on 09 July 2025 •Cooling off, water play
Jennifer S.
Program update on 08 July 2025 •Doggie door at 7 weeks old? No problem! So smart
Jennifer S.
Program update on 08 July 2025 •What is this thing??
Parent dogs
Ginger, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Ginger
Ginger is our emotional support dog. If you sneeze, she comes running to make sure you are okay. Her OFA hips are excellent, elbows and eyes normal. But, she’s also a real “Velcro dog” - sticks to her person/family very closely. This makes her biddable, always wanting to please. She’ll go anywhere, and she minds her manners. The perfect travel companion for an adventure; she has flown from the US to Sweden and back, and traveled on a ferry to Germany. Maybe her best physical quality (speaking as a pet owner, not from an AKC show perspective) is her coat. She has a working coat, but it’s the softest fur I’ve ever snuggled… bunny like. Some breeds of dogs have an odor—but not this breed. She stays fresh for weeks after a grooming, and we can’t keep our hands off her. So soft. So comforting. Ginger is affectionate. She will put the top of her head in my chest and wrap her paw around me, like a hug, and just rest there a moment. Then, pull back and lick my face too much. She’s playful, but very gentle… never too rough with children. She loves kids and thinks they are her pack. Her embark DNA test is clear of genetic disorders, including NAD and non-HSF4.
Great health testing
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +1 more.
Navi, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Navi
Navi is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jennifer decided to make her part of their program. Jennifer 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
Excellent level
Jennifer Shaneberger 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 Miniature American 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.
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.
DNA Disease Panel, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC)
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).
