I'm Brittany T., the breeder behind Marbany Kennels located in Muscatine, IA. We are especially dedicated to finding homes that will be permanent and productive. We are proud of our dogs and puppies. We are working towards producing dogs that not only are great pets but also have the capability of excelling in the Conformation Show Ring but can go out and do the job they're intended for, tending sheep.
Q. & A. with Brittany
What makes your program special?
We are a small breeding program of German Shepherds, we do not have multiple litters a year unlike some of the larger programs. We do this so we are able to devote ample time to each puppy and make sure they are loved and pampered from day 1.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Rumnie
Went home
Female
Pearl
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Brittany
Brittany 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 $350 non-refundable deposit and between $1,150 - $1,850 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“$1500 for "pets" with a spay/neuter contract.
$2,200 for Breeding rights under a Co-own until Health testing, and Championship and other titles are completed. Deposits are NOT REFUNDABLE for any reason outside of puppy illness or Breeder's decision to exercise our Right to Refuse.”
Contract & health guarantee
Brittany 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 Brittany 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 Brittany directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Brittany.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Muscatine, IA
4474 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Chicago O'Hare Airport
4332 miles away
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More about Brittany
Club memberships
Brittany is a member of GSDCA and Scott County Kennel Club.
Certifications & recognitions
American Kennel Club Canine College, Penn Foster Dog Training Graduate, AKC CGC Evaluator, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., Puppy Culture Breeder, Professional Handler.
Brittany has been a member of Good Dog for over 6 years
Brittany was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Marbany 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
Parent dogs
Rose, mom
German Shepherd
About Rose
Rose is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Brittany decided to make her part of their program. Brittany 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.
Wilson, dad
German Shepherd
About Wilson
Wilson is a male German Shepherd almost 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Brittany decided to make him part of their program. Brittany 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, Patellar Luxation, +6 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Marbany 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 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.
Eye Certification (CAER, 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 (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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Temperament Test, Dentition, Brucellosis
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.
Pituitary Dwarfism, DNA Profile, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)
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).
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.