Knott's Shepherds
- Sylacauga, AL
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Nicole K., the breeder behind Knott's Shepherds located in Sylacauga, AL. Current litter born 11/10/22. These are high energy, need a job puppies. Please note there is an application process.
Q. & A. with Nicole
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
German Shepherd puppies have stock coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Dutch Shepherd puppies include gold brindle and silver brindle. German Shepherd puppies include sable and black and tan. 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.
Jury
Went homeFemale
Mags
Went homeFemale
Stetson
Went homeMale
Trauma
Went homeFemale
Messiah
Went homeMale
Mojo
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Nicole
Nicole 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
“Base price for all GSD or Dutch pups is $350.00. This includes full deworming, age appropriate vaccines, microchip, & vet exam. Also includes basic training. Additional training available for fee. Deposit is non refundable as we remove the pup from being available and finding it a suitable home. The longer we hold a pup the more time, money we have to put in.”
Contract & health guarantee
Nicole 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 Nicole 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 Nicole 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 Nicole.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Sylacauga, AL
635 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Birmingham–Shuttlesworth Airport
640 miles away
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Meet in Alexander City, AL
634 miles away
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More about Nicole
Club memberships
Nicole is a member of United Schutzhund Clubs of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Professional Handler, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Whelping and Medical Intervention Course Completed (AKC), Canine Behavioral Consultant Certificate (e-Training for Dogs).
Nicole has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Nicole was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Nicole is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Knott's 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
Parent dogs
All breeds
Anatolian Pyrenees
German Shepherd
Meme, mom
Anatolian Pyrenees
About Meme
Meme, aka Il mio bellissimo miracolo which is “my beautiful miracle” in Italian was pastures born but due to her mommy passing was raised indoors until 3 months old. Since then she’s lived her days guarding her flocks. Shes has a very good temperament which she seems to pass along to her pups.
Bear Bear, dad
Anatolian Pyrenees
About Bear Bear
7th generation true working dog. Born & raised in our pasture with fowl, cattle, goats, barn cats, & pastured rabbits.
Stella, mom
German Shepherd
About Stella
Stella is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Nicole decided to make her part of their program. Nicole 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.
Judas, dad
German Shepherd
About Judas
Judas is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Nicole decided to make him part of their program. Nicole 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
Dutch Shepherd
German Shepherd
Excellent level
Knott's 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 Dutch 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.
DNA Disease Panel
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).
