Legacy German Shepherds
- Custer County, SD
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Planned German Shepherd litter
Due Oct. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Kendra P., the breeder behind Legacy German Shepherds located in Custer County, SD. We raise healthy and beautiful German Shepherds. Our dogs are bred for temperament and health. All of our dogs have the original breed type standard build and drive. They are natural herders, fearless, loyal lovers of people, and faithful protectors. Some of our pups have gone on to therapy work, service work, and more!
Q. & A. with Kendra
Why did you start breeding?
When my husband and I married in 2009, I immediately started researching what breed of dog I wanted to have! I landed on the German Shepherd due to their loyalty, athleticism, beauty, brains, and size. I wanted a protector who was also a loyal friend. Over the past 12 years I have researched, learned and grown and now am incredibly passionate about the breed and doing things "the right way."What makes your program special?
We have an open door policy. Potential puppy families are welcome to visit our ranch and meet every single one of my dogs. I am a practical dog owner who does the proper testing to ensure healthy animals. Our dogs make phenomenal family companions. If you are looking for a healthy, smart, beautiful German Shepherd with the "Rin Tin Tin" feel, look no further! Our dogs are all of that and more.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 7
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 8
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Male 1
Went homeMale
Red Collar Male
Went homeMale
Pink Collar Female
Went homeFemale
Yellow Collar Male
Went homeMale
Light Blue Collar Male
Went homeMale
Gray Collar Male
Went homeMale
Orange Collar Female
Went homeFemale
Dark Blue Collar Male
Went homeMale
Green Collar Female
Went homeFemale
Purple Collar Female
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Kendra
Kendra has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
Kendra partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 7 weeks old.
“We take great care in matching puppies to their families, taking into consideration the owner's lifestyles, living circumstances, puppy gender preferences, and overall goals for the puppy. Once puppies' personalities are developed enough to be assessed, we help our families be matched to their perfect pup.”
Price
“Limited AKC registration, microchipping, a full vet exam, age-appropriate shots and deworming, the health guarantee, and a take-home bag for the puppy including literature, food, and a blanket or toy. The deposit is non-refundable but is transferable to a future litter within the next two available litters.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kendra 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 Kendra 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 Kendra 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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Food & treats
- AKC registration
- Registration
- Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kendra.
Breeder's location
Meet in Custer County, SD
1395 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Rapid City Airport
1361 miles away
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Meet in Sioux Falls, SD
1044 miles away
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More about Kendra
Certifications & recognitions
Canine Good Citizen Evaluator.
Kendra has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Kendra was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Kendra is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Legacy German 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
Leata, mom
German Shepherd
About Leata
Medium drive with a great off switch, excellent with children, fearless. Shown by our daughter the last 4 years in 4H obedience, rally, showmanship, confirmation with many, many wins. Started in tracking, loves scent work, very owner driven and her main goal is to please her person. A dream to train, awesome with children. Certified therapy dog with Alliance of Therapy Dogs.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +3 more.Angus, dad
German Shepherd
About Angus
Out of Kaiser X Elsie Stable even tempered, active, loyal, he's our steady-eddie. Confident, leader of the pack, goofball, obedient. Medium drive with a great off switch, excellent with children, fearless.
Great health testing
Dentition, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +3 more.Maple, mom
German Shepherd
About Maple
Maple is gentle natured, fearless, laid back, and excellent with children. She is confident in new situations, loves to please and has beautiful manners. She is thick-built, and I believe has all of the qualities you'd want in a service dog. I expect her puppies to be fabulous for service work, therapy homes, and active families.
Kaiser, dad
German Shepherd
About Kaiser
Born 2013
Uploaded health tests
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A).Rosemary, mom
German Shepherd
About Rosemary
Rosemary is a female German Shepherd over 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kendra decided to make her part of their program. Kendra 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.
Good health testing
Dentition, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +2 more.
Elsie, mom
German Shepherd
About Elsie
Elsie is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kendra decided to make her part of their program. Kendra 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
Great level
Legacy German 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 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.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Kendra to bring home their puppies.
Scott S.
Verified owner · June 2026
Kendra was wonderful to work with throughout the entire process. She was extremely responsive to our questions and requests and kept us updated with pictures and videos as our puppy grew. Since we live approximately eight hours away, we were unable to meet the puppies in person before bringing one home. Kendra took the time to understand what we were looking for and helped match us with a puppy whose personality fit our family perfectly. Our new family friend, Timber, has been an incredible addition to our family. He is everything we hoped for and more. We are very grateful for Kendra’s guidance, honesty, and dedication throughout the process. I would highly recommend Kendra and Legacy German Shepherds to anyone looking for a well-bred, healthy, and well-socialized German Shepherd.
