KMK9
Meet the breeder
I'm Kaitlin M., the breeder behind KMK9 located in Berthoud, CO. We offer quality family pets with the potential for sporting. I love these dogs and this breed. I am working to produce quality puppies that will go into loving homes and stay with one family forever.
Q. & A. with Kaitlin
Why did you start breeding?
I got into breeding by helping a friend breed her German Shepherds and Golden Retrievers. I loved the process so much and wanted a chance to breed my own amazing dogs.What makes your program special?
I pour my heart and soul into my dogs. They all live in the house with me and sleep in bed with me at night. I also have a dog training business and a raw dog food business so my dogs are well trained, well behaved, and well fed. I've discovered that the raw diet has an incredible effect on their health versus kibble.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black. 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.
Mr. Blue
Went homeMale
Ms. Red
Went homeFemale
Ms. Pink
Went homeFemale
Ms. Purple
Went homeFemale
Mr. Green
Went homeMale
Ms. Grey
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Kaitlin
Kaitlin 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
“The price includes the health guarantee, first round of vaccines, deworming before puppies go home, microchip, early neurological stimulation, and puppy socialization. Deposit is non-refundable and is applied to total price of the puppy. Required to be put on the waiting list.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kaitlin 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 Kaitlin 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 Kaitlin 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
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 Kaitlin.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Berthoud, CO
More about Kaitlin
Kaitlin has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years
Kaitlin was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Kaitlin is a trusted Good Dog breeder
KMK9 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
Roxy, mom
German Shepherd
About Roxy
Roxy is such a sweetheart! She loves to play ball, get her head and butt scratched, and snuggle. She’s such a gentle girl. Good food drive.
Parent health testing
Great level
KMK9 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.
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.
Full Embark Panel, 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).
