Legacy Shepherd Kennels LLC

Nicole W.

Breeder of German Shepherds

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 home
Male
Blue
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Male
Purple
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Female
Grey
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Male
Pink
Went home
Female
Sea Green
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Female
Blue
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Male
Orange
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Male
Red
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Male
Black
Went home
Male
Pink
Went home
Female
Yellow
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Male
Light pink
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Female
Purple
Went home
Female
Light purple
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Female
Sea green
Went home
Female
Pink
Went home
Female
Green
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Female
Light Blue G
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Female
Red
Went home
Male
White
Went home
Female
Dark blue
Went home
Male
Brown
Went home
Male

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, 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.

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

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport

386 miles away

More about Nicole

Nicole has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Nicole was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Nicole’s links
- Facebook

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).