Nachtwaechter German Shepherds, LLC
- Canterbury, CT
- Responds within a day
Available puppies
Donner (grey collar)
Ready Jan. 11, 2026
3 weeks old · Male
Dasher (green collar)
Ready Jan. 11, 2026
3 weeks old · Male
Dancer (lime collar)
Ready Jan. 11, 2026
3 weeks old · Female
Cupid (Orange collar)
Ready Jan. 11, 2026
3 weeks old · Male
Vixen (purple collar)
Ready Jan. 11, 2026
3 weeks old · Female
Comet (white collar)
Ready Jan. 11, 2026
3 weeks old · Male
Rudolph
Ready Jan. 10, 2026
3 weeks old · Male
Stuffing (blue collar)
Ready Jan. 2, 2026
4 weeks old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Lindsay B., the breeder behind Nachtwaechter German Shepherds, LLC located in Canterbury, CT. In order to produce the best quality puppies, we breed with a focus on health, temperament, and structure. We are passionate about German Shepherds, and our love for these dogs shines through in every aspect of our breeding program.
Q. & A. with Lindsay
Why did you start breeding?
After a childhood spent passionate about all animals, whether in the barn working, riding and showing; spending time training and loving on my dogs; and rescuing cats and kittens with my grandmother, I discovered the sport of shutzhund (IGP) on the internet while in college. It fascinated me and I began learning all I could about it. I got my first shepherd when I was 25 and the rest is history!What makes your program special?
Nachtwaechter German Shepherds is a German Shepherd Dog breeding and training facility based on preserving and improving the original European German Shepherd Dog. Nachtwaechter German Shepherds is founded and owned by Lindsay Bencomo; the natural progression of a passion for animals, behavior, and genetics.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have stock coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable, black, black and tan, and bi-color. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Pumpkin pie (Orange collar)
ReservedMale
Green bean (green collar)
ReservedMale
Gravy (pink collar)
ReservedFemale
Cranberry (red collar)
ReservedMale
Turkey (black collar)
ReservedMale
Cornbread (yellow collar)
ReservedMale
Sweet potato (purple collar)
ReservedFemale
Prancer (pink collar)
ReservedFemale
Blitzen (brown collar)
ReservedMale
Evergreen
ReservedMale
Red Collar
Went homeMale
Yellow Collar
Went homeFemale
Pink Collar
Went homeFemale
Grey Collar
Went homeMale
Purple Collar
Went homeFemale
Blue Collar
Went homeMale
Orange Collar
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Lindsay
Lindsay 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 $750 non-refundable deposit and $2,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes a 24 month hip and elbow guaranty, akc registration, akc reunite microchip, vet exam and health certificate, first vaccine, routine biweekly deworming and lifetime breeder support. Deposits are non-refundable however, at seller’s discretion they can be transferred in the event of an emergency to a future litter up to one year after the date the deposit was received.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lindsay 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 Lindsay 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 Lindsay 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 with children
- 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
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Lindsay.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Canterbury, CT
340 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Bradley Airport
321 miles away
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More about Lindsay
Club memberships
Lindsay is a member of Central Mass Working Dog Club and United Schutzhund Clubs of America.
Lindsay has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Lindsay was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Lindsay is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Nachtwaechter German Shepherds, LLC 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
Lindsay B.
Litter update on 22 Dec. 2024 •Red collar boy looking for food in all the wrong places 😝🐾
Tasso and Raksha's litter
Parent dogs
Ikon, dad
German Shepherd
About Ikon
Ikon is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lindsay decided to make him part of their program. Lindsay 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.
Uno, dad
German Shepherd
About Uno
Uno is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lindsay decided to make him part of their program. Lindsay 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.
Iluzia, mom
German Shepherd
About Iluzia
Iluzia is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lindsay decided to make her part of their program. Lindsay 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.
Madonna, mom
German Shepherd
About Madonna
Madonna is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lindsay decided to make her part of their program. Lindsay 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.
Heidi, mom
German Shepherd
About Heidi
Heidi is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lindsay decided to make her part of their program. Lindsay 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.
Nambba, mom
German Shepherd
About Nambba
Nambba is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lindsay decided to make her part of their program. Lindsay 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.
Raksha, mom
German Shepherd
About Raksha
Raksha is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lindsay decided to make her part of their program. Lindsay 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.
Gia, mom
German Shepherd
About Gia
Imported from Denmark as a pup, raised trained and titled in the USA
Pearl, mom
German Shepherd
About Pearl
German import
Zolli, mom
German Shepherd
About Zolli
Zolli is a female German Shepherd about 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lindsay decided to make her part of their program. Lindsay 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.
Erna, mom
German Shepherd
About Erna
Erna is a female German Shepherd about 9 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lindsay decided to make her part of their program. Lindsay 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.
Tasso, dad
German Shepherd
About Tasso
Tasso is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lindsay decided to make him part of their program. Lindsay 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Nachtwaechter German Shepherds, LLC 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.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Lindsay to bring home their puppies.
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Shirley H.
Verified owner · Sept. 2025
From our first hello Lindsay was so kind and quick to respond to my questions. Even while she was helping a new mom pup deliver her puppies. We live in Massachusetts 1 1/2 hours away from her Connecticut location she was willing to meet us half way. We actually only had to travel 1/2 hour because she had a change of plans had to go to her vets office. We have had Spookey aka Purple for 1 week & Lindsay has still inquires about how Spookey is doing. She shows so much love and affection for her puppies & it shows in the puppies. Spookey is amazing, smart, confident & loving she brightens up our home with her energy. Thank you Lindsay for bringing this amazing & beautiful puppy into our home. Shirley & Cody
Shanna T.
Verified owner · July 2025
I’m so happy to have found Lindsay. My new puppy Raven has been home about a week now and she is adjusting beautifully. Her temperament is fantastic. She is so smart and is already enjoying training and learning so fast. Lindsay made the transition easy to bring my new family member home and she followed up the next few days to make sure everything was going well.
Diana V.
Verified owner · June 2025
+4Lindsay was so responsive and made the whole adoption process so easy. I love that she has a secure site for payment processing. When we met with Lindsay to pick up Yellow Dog (Jayde), she was amazing and asked us to contact her when we get home and update her the following morning. You can tell she cares for her puppies. Thank you, Lindsay, for a smooth process. ~ Diana
Kate
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
I am so grateful for finding Nachtwaechter German Shepherds, for I found my best friend Kendrick. Kendrick has a wonderful temperament and personality. I have the best dog!
Brenton M.
Verified owner · June 2025
Lindsay is an amazing breeder that cares immensely about her pups. We recently took home Zena, this past weekend. I have never met a breeder that was so responsive and kind. Before I forget, also extremely knowledgeable about her German Shepard puppies. I had the pleasure of talking with her over the past week and despite how busy she is, she always made time to answer any questions. When it came time to meet Zena, we had taken a wrong turn and ended up being 20 minutes late. She stayed at the meeting site and sat with us for over an hour. She told us all about what to expect and how to handle any issues that may arise. The other amazing piece is that she offers pet insurance for the first 30 days to cover those unexpected puppy problems. It helped us ease into the decision after spending that time really getting to know the pup. Last night was o it first night with this little cutie. She was a bit scared with the adjustment. It’s a big change, but Lindsay gave us the tools we needed to navigate it well. Zena is so smart, sweet, and snuggly and I am so happy that we were able to adopt her. Lindsay is the type of breeder that will message you the next morning to check in on her pups. That is how you know she truly cares about these dogs. I can’t say enough great things about this experience and if we ever decide to add another pup to the mix, she will be the breeder that we go through. If you are on the fence about getting a German Shepard, message Lindsay and ask your questions. She will answer ever single one of them and you’ll fall in love with that pup before you even meet them.
