



I'm Sarah B., the breeder behind M&M Shepherd Farms located in Watervliet, MI. Our dogs are bred for temperament, health, and confirmation. We study lineages very closely. We specialize in helping families who need service or therapy prospects as our dogs have ideal temperaments for this work. We are a small kennel and all of our breeding dogs live in our home and are family.
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What are the different breed coat types in your program?
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Where do your breeding dogs live?
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Vader
Male
Lavender
Female
Seamus
Male
Fuscia collar
Female
Landon
Male
Leelou
Male
Lilac
Female
Lav Junior
Male
Odin
Male
Aquamarine
Female
Ocean
Male
Olivia
Female
Ocia
Female
Ollie
Male
Oliver
Male
Sarah 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.
Sarah partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.
“We take placing our babies very seriously! We like to match families with their new babies once we can see more of their personalities and do temperament testing. This will happen around 6 weeks. We want this to be a perfect match for families and their new puppy. We are happy to answer any questions about our process!”

“Akc registration, health insurance, vet check, first vaccines, multiple dewormings, health guarantee and goody bag. Prices depend on the parents and the lineage and titles they have.”
Sarah 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 Sarah 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 Sarah directly.
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You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Sarah.
Meet in Watervliet, MI
507 miles away
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Meet at Gerald R. Ford Airport
497 miles away
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Meet in Jackson, MI
425 miles away
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Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Sarah has been a member of Good Dog for 8 months
Sarah was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Sarah’s links

M&M Shepherd Farms meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

Sarah B.
Perfect vet report!!!! Happy and healthy babies!!! ♥️🤩🫶🏼


Lavey and Malaga's litter

Sarah B.
Litter pictures ♥️🫶🏼 getting to be HUGE! They sure love water and digging holes 😂😂♥️🫶🏼


Lavey and Malaga's litter

Sarah B.
So much fun playing in their pool!!♥️


Lavey and Malaga's litter

Sarah B.
Perfect Vet Report!!!! 🤩🤩🤩♥️


Lavey and Aspen's litter

Sarah B.
Malagas crew 🥰♥️🐾


Lavey and Malaga's litter

Sarah B.
Good Morning! It’s time to get fresh air and play outside!♥️🐾🙂

Sarah B.
They are so precious ♥️🐾

Sarah B.
Bath and a nap! Sounds good to me too little girl!🤩♥️🐾

Sarah B.
One of Malagas sweethearts 🌸

Sarah B.
Outside lunch and nap was a hit! Haha ♥️
German Shepherd
About Lavey
Lav is the best boy you can ask for. His temperament is very laid back, confident, loving and eager to please. Lav has his CGC and TKN titles. He’s a wonderful boy and has produced several proven service offspring. He loves to swim in our pond, go for walks, chase the four wheeler & cuddle in bed. He is the best of all worlds dog. He is a larger boy at 95lbs and stands about 30inches to his withers. He is a gorgeous boy who has the most loving temperament.
Uploaded health tests
German Shepherd
About ELA
ELA girl is just the sweetest little lady. She has a heart of gold and is so affectionate and loving. She is a direct import from Europe. She has beautiful pigment and a very nice coat.
Great health testing
German Shepherd
About Aspen
Aspen is such a sweetheart! She is so kind and gentle natured. She was born and raised here, and is a 3rd generation of our own breeding. Aspen loves her toys, treats and she is a big snuggle bug! She is also incredibly stunning and anywhere we go people are quick to look at her and she loves the attention! Aspen is a big fan of hanging out in the house on the couch, and loving on her humans. She also has a superior nose and really enjoys anything with scent work! She is very food motivated and has a very happy and easy going temperament!
Uploaded health tests
German Shepherd
About Malaga
Malaga is a very sweet and gentle natured girl. She is a big foodie and is eager to learn anything new for snacks! She gets along with everyone and is a very happy and easy going girl. She is from imported lines, and has a beautiful pedigree behind her! Malaga is so loving, gentle, nurturing and a very good dog! She is absolutely gorgeous! She is dm clear, and clear of all genetic diseases by parentage that embark tests for! We had the privilege of owning her parents, and we also have her sister! Malaga has no hip/elbow issues. Malaga has no allergies, and has a beautiful healthy thick coat. She enjoys being inside and hanging out on the couch with us and also enjoys going for trail walks and four wheeler farm runs! She is an incredible girl, we are so blessed to have her!
Uploaded health tests
Excellent level
M&M Shepherd Farms 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.
Temperament Test, Vet Wellness Exam
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).
Hear what other owners say about working with Sarah to bring home their puppies.

Jacob H.
Verified owner · June 2026
Very professional breeder with alot of care

Paige R.
Verified owner · June 2026
Sarah was incredible to work with from the start. I had so so many questions for her and she was so patient and kind with us. She helped us set up transport for our sweet boy almost 20 hours away and she has been great to communicate with the entire time. My husband and I are so in love with our new addition and so far he is the best and sweetest boy!

Danielle B.
Verified owner · June 2026
I honestly cannot say enough good things about Sarah. This was my first time getting a puppy from a breeder, and I was pretty nervous going into the process. Looking back, I could not have asked for a better experience. From the very beginning, Sarah was always available to answer questions, provide updates, and help me through the process. She kept me updated on my puppy regularly, and even after bringing her home, she has continued to be incredibly responsive and helpful whenever I reach out. One of the biggest things for me was temperament. From the start, I made it clear that temperament was my number one priority, and Sarah took that seriously. The puppies are temperament tested, and she worked hard to match me with the puppy that best fit my lifestyle and what I was looking for. Now that she's home, I can confidently say she was the perfect match. It is honestly amazing how well adjusted this puppy is. She settled into our home so quickly. She was comfortable in her crate within the first few nights, sleeps through the night, and as of today (day 7) has not had a single accident. She has already learned several commands and is such a quick learner. What impresses me most is how confident and unbothered she is. We live near train tracks and have had fireworks going off nearby, and neither seems to phase her. She has such a great temperament, settles easily, and has adapted to everything so well. She has also been amazing with my cat. They already play together and relax together, which I never expected to happen so quickly. Sarah was also incredibly helpful when it came to preparing for a new puppy. She provided recommendations for food, treats, supplies, training tools, and pretty much anything else I needed. As a first time GSD owner, having that guidance made a huge difference and helped me feel much more confident. I also appreciated how transparent and thorough she was throughout the process. The parents are health tested, all vaccination records and health information were provided, and she was happy to answer every question I had. When I visited, her home was clean, welcoming, and it was obvious how much care and attention the puppies receive. The biggest thing I can say is that Sarah genuinely cares. It is clear how much time, effort, and love she puts into raising these puppies and supporting the families they go home with. My puppy's smooth transition into our home is a direct reflection of all the work Sarah put in before I ever brought her home. If you are considering getting a puppy from Sarah, I would recommend her without hesitation. She made what felt like a stressful and intimidating process so easy, and I am so grateful for all of her support. I truly could not have asked for a better experience.
Jan B.
Verified owner · June 2026
We enjoyed working with Sarah very much. She was very organized and responsive. Our new puppy is so sweet and intelligent. She is fitting in perfectly with our family!
SARAH U.
Verified owner · June 2026
My experience with Sarah was amazing! She sent me home with the most beautifully paired companion for me. She was always very responsive and answered any questions I had, and she provided resources to back up her recommendations. She was always very transparent about health testing and after two weeks of having my new puppy I have to say, I will most certainly be continuing my relationship with her and going to her for my next addition should I decide to get one.
Joe D.
Verified owner · May 2026
Sarah was great throughout the entire process. She regularly had updates and photos of the puppies. She responded to every message I sent very quickly. When picking up my guy, I got to meet both his parents and could really tell how much Sarah cares for all of her shepherds and puppies. This was my first time buying a puppy from a breeder and it was an outstanding experience thanks to Sarah M&M Shepherd Farms.
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.
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.