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Legacy Shepherd Kennels LLC
- Winchester, KY
Meet the breeder
I'm Nicole W., the breeder behind Legacy Shepherd Kennels LLC located in Winchester, KY. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and intelligence. We strive to produce the best overall pets and family members. Our dogs live on our beautiful 22 acres and are around all sorts of farm animals and all our 7 kids. They are loved on and well cared for on an individual basis.
Q. & A. with Nicole
Why did you start breeding?
We love the German Shepherd breed. The love we have for our dogs and keeping this breed intact and authentic is our main concern. We give our dogs equal attention and love having them out with our animals and kids.What makes your program special?
I think because we have a farm, lots of kids ranging in age from 4-20 we can offer what alot of breeders can't which is diversity and exposing the puppies to all sorts of things. This makes for a more well-rounded dog in the future. We believe they are a lifetime commitment and want to ensure our dogs go to their forever home.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include long, stock, and plush coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable, black, and bi-color. 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.
Red
Went homeMale
Blue
Went homeMale
Purple
Went homeFemale
Grey
Went homeMale
Pink
Went homeFemale
Sea Green
Went homeFemale
Blue
Went homeMale
Orange
Went homeMale
Red
Went homeMale
Black
Went homeMale
Pink
Went homeFemale
Yellow
Went homeMale
Light pink
Went homeFemale
Purple
Went homeFemale
Light purple
Went homeFemale
Sea green
Went homeFemale
Pink
Went homeFemale
Green
Went homeFemale
Light Blue G
Went homeFemale
Red
Went homeMale
White
Went homeFemale
Dark blue
Went homeMale
Brown
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
Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $100 - $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes first round of vaccinations and worming, health guarantees, puppies are eligible for full AKC registration. All of our puppies are the same price regardless of sex or color. Includes AKC registration.”
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.
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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
- Daily handling
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Basic obedience & manners
- Initial potty training
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Nicole.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Winchester, KY
370 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
386 miles away
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More about Nicole
Nicole has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Nicole was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Nicole’s links
Nicole is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Legacy Shepherd Kennels LLC 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Legacy Shepherd Kennels LLC 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.
Temperament Test
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.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Nicole to bring home their puppies.
Victoria F.
Verified owner · Mar. 2025
Nicole was amazing! Answered everything and made this process so easy.
