Moon Dragon Kennels

Cherie S.

Breeder of German Shepherds

Meet the breeder

I'm Cherie S., the breeder behind Moon Dragon Kennels located in Gastonia, NC. Our dogs are bred to provide healthy, loving members to any family. We believe in breeding health tested, temperament tested and confirmation titled dogs. Our breeding dogs have been raised in home and are treated as beloved family members.

Q. & A. with Cherie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I got into breeding after acquiring my first West German Showline shepherd. I became interested in participating in conformation shows where I met other breeders and their amazing dogs. The decision was made to start a small breeding program to produce healthy puppies that carry on the breed standard set by the WUSV in Germany.

  • What makes your program special?

    We truly care about our dogs. They are treated as family and not kept in outside kennels. We strive to match the best characteristics of the parents to produce amazing puppies

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

    Our puppies have long coats. Coat types may 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 Cherie

Cherie 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $1,200 - $2,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes First two rounds of vaccinations AKC registration paperwork AKC puppy pack with information about helping your new puppy adjust to a new home Health Warranty Microchip Bag of food Lifetime breeder support . Deposits are non refundable but can be transferred to a future litter.”

Contract & health guarantee

Cherie 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 Cherie 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 Cherie 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
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Toys
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Gastonia, NC

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Charlotte Douglas Airport

More about Cherie

  • Club memberships

    Cherie is a member of United Schutzhund Clubs of America.

  • Cherie has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year

    Cherie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

Cherie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Moon Dragon 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Moon Dragon 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.

  • 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).

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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.