Legendary Kennels

John S.

Breeder of Doberman Pinschers

  • Anderson, IN
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm John S., the breeder behind Legendary Kennels located in Anderson, IN. We work to produce healthy, well-rounded Champion Bloodline European Dobermans puppies that will make others as happy as our dogs have made us! We are dedicated to always providing our buyers and our puppies with a positive experience with responsible practices in breeding, training and socializing. Our Doberman puppies are all hand raised in our home and exposed to everything that goes on in a household. Our puppies are socialized with other dogs, cats,parrots and chickens. Puppies are also socialized with kids. We strive to raise well rounded puppies that will make great family pets and protectors.

Q. & A. with John

  • Why did you start breeding?

    The love for the breed. I wanted to start breeding to help people be able obtain a show quality family pet at a affordable price

  • What makes your program special?

    We specialize in breeding only the top bloodlines to produce show quality dogs

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black and rust and red and rust. 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.

Getting a puppy from John

John 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.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, John partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $600 deposit and between $2,300 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Price includes Ears cropped, Tails docked and dew claws removed all vaccinations up to 8weeks old, dewormed, AKC paperwork and a puppy starter kit. Kit includes ear posting materials to get you started, treats, food toys and chewys. If something happens to the puppy in my care deposit will be refunded. If you change your mind deposit will not be refunded. I may transfer deposit to next litter.”

Contract & health guarantee

John 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 John 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 John directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • 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
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from John.

Breeder's location

Meet in Anderson, IN

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Indianapolis Airport

Flexible meeting point

John can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about John

  • Club memberships

    John is a member of Doberman Pinscher Club of America and American Pomeranian Club, Inc..

  • John has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    John was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • John’s links

John is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Legendary Kennels 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Legendary Kennels 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 Doberman Pinschers.

  • 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.

  • Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Cardiac Evaluation

    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

    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 John to bring home their puppies.

  • Angela T.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    Everything went smoothly. John was great to work with, we met up as planned and received our new puppy. She was healthy and acclimated to our home very well. She had no fear of common household things, which I immediately took note of as our previous puppy was afraid of the tv being on. She's now 6 months old, and she's wonderful! She's everything Doberman. She's protective, yet extremely lovable, sweet and a little sassy at times. My husband calls her his "movie buddy". She'll cuddle up on the bed for a movie any time! We love her so much!!

    Sylvia C.

    Verified owner · July 2025

    John was very communicative throughout the process, provided regular updates even though he was probably very busy with so many puppies. His wife also provided detail care instructions when I picked up my puppy and John was still very responsive when I have questions after I took the puppy home. When my partner and I are ready for a second doberman, we'll definitely be back!

  • Gabrielle J.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2025

      • +5

    I really appreciate the prompt responses, knowledge and resources John shared throughout the process. Working with this kennel to get a puppy was an easy and quick journey and we are very satisfied. It is apparent that John makes sure that his puppies are socialized and are constantly in company because our little one is somewhat anxious to be even in a different room from humans. The puppy is a strong, well-grown and smart pup. He shows all the true traits of a pure European Doberman bloodline and is a credit to John’s care and expertise in his breeding. We were able to seamlessly get our dog into the vet with the meticulous information on his previous medical care that we were provided by John. Registering our pup on the AKC website as a limited registration was also easy because of the time John took to make sure the paperwork was in place and explain it to us. I would absolutely recommend that anyone who is interested in learning more about European Doberman Pinscher lines and obtaining a puppy reach out to John and look through his available pups. Our experience was unmatched for quality, service and care.

    TaDreana T.

    Verified owner · July 2025

    John took really good care of my puppy before I got him. The puppy even came with plenty of toys, chewables, and even all his paperwork with everything in it. He had helped me so much even when I brought the puppy home and had a couple of concerns. He has been great since day one to me and the puppy.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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