Lucky Star Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Faith R., the breeder behind Lucky Star Shepherds located in Connecticut. We offer high-quality purebred German Shepherds with excellent temperaments and health! We adore our dogs and know you will too! All of our dogs are tested for temperament, and drive and go through thorough health testing to make sure these puppies are the best they can be! We are focused on providing people with high drive working Shepherds that are loyal, protective, and healthy!
Q. & A. with Faith
Why did you start breeding?
I got into breeding by working with dogs. I worked at a kennel for years where my love for Shepherds really sparked! I’ve bred litters before and am very happy to see the pups that were produced and the amazing owners that have taken great care of them!What makes your program special?
The two things that set me apart are the absolute most important things in breeding my dogs are health and temperament. Breeding dogs that are cleared for all health testings and have amazing drives sets them up for success!What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Faith
Faith 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
“The price includes puppies' paperwork (all health testing for both the dam and sire), a 2-year health guarantee, vaccines and dewormers, and a go-home basket (food, treats, toys, blanket, and bed). All puppies are the same price regardless of color or sex.”
Contract & health guarantee
Faith 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 Faith 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 Faith 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
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 Faith.
Breeder's location
Meet in Connecticut
291 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Bradley Airport
321 miles away
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More about Faith
Faith has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Faith was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Faith is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Lucky Star 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
Vader, dad
German Shepherd
About Vader
Vader is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Faith decided to make him part of their program. Faith 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.
Winnie, mom
German Shepherd
About Winnie
Winnie is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Faith decided to make her part of their program. Faith 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.
Uploaded health tests
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A).
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Lucky Star 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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 Examination (rDVM, not 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
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.
DNA Disease Panel, 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).
