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My K9 Guardian
Meet the breeder
I'm Dusty B., the breeder behind My K9 Guardian located in Fayetteville, AR. The working lines are used in the military and are also used as police dogs, sport dogs, personal protection dogs, and some make great active family pets. The working lines are going to be extremely smart; they may outsmart you a few times! They are going to be athletes. They will be able to jump and climb almost anything. They are going to be very loyal. They will be eager to learn. When bred and raised right, they are magnificent animals and amazing partners!
Q. & A. with Dusty
Why did you start breeding?
I was raised with the breed and started training with a German trainer when I was 11. My grandfather also trained and handled k9s in the military. The working German Shepherd is by far the smartest breed in my opinion and I would not have it any other way.What makes your program special?
All of our dogs work. All of our dogs are imports or straight from imported breedings. All of our dogs are health tested to the max. Our puppies are temperament tested before you choose your puppy, that way you get the best fit for you! We also offer training to only puppies that we have produced.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Getting a puppy from Dusty
Dusty 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 $800 refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Dusty 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 Dusty 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 Dusty 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 Dusty.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Fayetteville, AR
Other pick-up locations
More about Dusty
Dusty has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years
Dusty was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Dusty is a trusted Good Dog breeder
My K9 Guardian 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
My K9 Guardian 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.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC), 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 Profile, 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).
