MK-K9 L.L.C.
- Lake Elsinore, CA
- Responds within a day
Upcoming litters
Planned German Shepherd litter
Due June 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Melissa K., the breeder behind MK-K9 L.L.C. located in Lake Elsinore, CA. Our goal is to produce healthy and strong progeny, by using selective breeding. We are dedicated to producing traits such as, strong bones, solid nerves, strong prey and defense drives, and an overall healthy dog. Founder and CEO, Melissa Kohl, has dedicated her life to producing working line GSD.
Q. & A. with Melissa
Why did you start breeding?
I was always interested in breeding dogs. I received my first service dog after the military. She is a sable GSD. I fell in love with the breed ever since and began MK-K9 in 2018. I began my interest in working dogs in 2009 when I worked along side working dog teams in Afghanistan.What makes your program special?
Our goal is to produce healthy and strong progeny, by using selective breeding. We are dedicated to producing traits such as, strong bones, solid nerves, strong prey and defense drives, and an overall healthy dog. I also attend college for Animal Science, focusing on animal breeding and maintenance. We also offer law enforcement and military discounts.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include long and stock 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 and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Envy
Went homeFemale
Ezra
Went homeFemale
Exile
Went homeMale
Ella
Went homeFemale
Esme
Went homeFemale
Euphrates
Went homeMale
Era
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Melissa
Melissa 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
"Price differs between litters. Price depends on sire and dam and also for cost of raising pups. It is non-refundable unless potential owner becomes sick, injured, or death, or financial hardship."
Contract & health guarantee
Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa directly.
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
- Scent introduction
- 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
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melissa.
Breeder's location
Meet in Lake Elsinore, CA
5779 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Ontario Airport
5761 miles away
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More about Melissa
Club memberships
Melissa is a member of United Schutzhund Clubs of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Professional Handler, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Melissa has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Melissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Melissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
MK-K9 L.L.C. 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
Melissa K.
Litter update on 19 Dec. 2025 •Puppy exploration at the lake!! They loved it! 🥰
Ferro and Cali's litter
Melissa K.
Litter update on 18 Dec. 2025 •Puppy socializing! They are all tuckered out now! Big evening for the babies ♥️.
Ferro and Cali's litter
Melissa K.
Litter update on 16 Dec. 2025 •6 weeks old! Litter Reserved. Pups are thriving! They had their first visit yesterday. Everyone is healthy, bright, alert, and of course so cute 🥰.
Ferro and Cali's litter
Melissa K.
Litter update on 16 Nov. 2025 •Pups eyes are open! They are starting to play. Tail wags and puppy kisses on this rainy day ♥️🥰.
Ferro and Cali's litter
Melissa K.
Litter update on 13 Nov. 2025 •Eyes are opening!!
Ferro and Cali's litter
Melissa K.
Litter update on 10 Nov. 2025 •Meet our E litter! ♥️🥰. Beautiful Halloween/Fall babies! They are strong and all healthy. All are over 2 pounds. They are getting so big! 🐶🐾.
Ferro and Cali's litter
Melissa K.
Litter update on 03 Nov. 2025 •Strong puppies!!! Everyone is doing well and thriving! Big pups! Large heads!
Ferro and Cali's litter
Melissa K.
Litter update on 31 Oct. 2025 •…Our Halloween puppies are arriving!! So far 3 girls and 1 boy! We have about 6 more to go! So far we have 1 sable male, 1 sable female and 2 black females!
Ferro and Cali's litter
Melissa K.
Litter update on 29 Oct. 2025 •Nesting!! Calista will having her pups very soon!!
Ferro and Cali's litter
Melissa K.
Litter update on 23 Oct. 2025 •PUPDATE! Cali has roughly in between 9-11 in there 🥰. I see about 10! How many do you see? 🤔🤨🧐
Ferro and Cali's litter
Parent dogs
Cali, mom
German Shepherd
About Cali
ABOUT CALISTA (Cali) OFA Hips: Excellent OFA elbows: Normal DNA: Tested DM: Carrier (Not Affected) Cali is the granddaughter of the famous and late Extreme Orex Aykmar. Cali is an imposing female, with a true heart for work. She has high prey drive, very firm and fast grips, and is a versatile female. She can switch from civil to sport with ease. She has high toy drive and absolutely loves to use her nose. She will work whenever and wherever. She works well with other handlers and shows no aggression towards other dogs and animals. She learns quickly and is eager to please her handler. She is very quick and keeps a nice working weight of 74 pounds. She is a larger working female. Her conformation is proper and she is a stock coat sable female. She is currently training in IGP and PSA. She will be getting her BH, once this litter is done. She has used a bite suit and for her first time showed no fear on the bite suit or sleeve. Cali is a force to be reckoned with. She will make a great female for mkk9shepherds breeding program and we are excited for her first litter!!!
Good health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Parent health testing
Excellent level
MK-K9 L.L.C. 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 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.
Brucellosis, 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)
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).
