Nordwolfe
Meet the breeder
I'm Kathleen J., the breeder behind Nordwolfe located in Crown Point, IN. Temperament, Genetic Integrity, and Intelligence are above all the most important qualities I strive to maintain. A German Shepherd dog must be loyal, self-confident, courageous, and protective.
Q. & A. with Kathleen
Why did you start breeding?
I was unsatisfied by the temperament and nerves of this once versatile German Shepherd Dog Breed as well as seeing the health and structure decline. Many lines still showed intelligence, drive, and desire to work with their handler. I wanted to help bring them back to the breed that captured our attention so long ago.What makes your program special?
We take deposits before our litters are on the ground and I work with my clients to find pairs that best fit with their goals. I, personally, have traveled over 1600 miles one way to use a specific stud that matched my client's needs. I use intelligent, agile lines of dogs mostly from working herding and scent detection lines. I want to see those gears working in my puppies’ happy gaze.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable and black. 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.
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Kathleen
Kathleen 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 $1,300 - $2,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“We breed when we have 3 deposits in hand. All puppies leave with limited registration. Breeding homes are considered but must meet requirements to prove breeder responsibility. Taking deposits for German Shepherd puppies. Details to be discussed with new owner. Contract will be available to be signed at pick up. Payments, also, taken for Dog Training.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kathleen 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 Kathleen 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 Kathleen 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 Kathleen.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Crown Point, IN
4339 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Gary/Chicago Airport
4331 miles away
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More about Kathleen
Club memberships
Kathleen is a member of Northwest Indiana Working Dog Club.
Certifications & recognitions
CCPDT-KA (Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers), Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, AKC Performance Judge.
Kathleen has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years
Kathleen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Kathleen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Nordwolfe 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
Beelza, mom
German Shepherd
About Beelza
Beelza is a female German Shepherd over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kathleen decided to make her part of their program. Kathleen 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.
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel.Chevron, mom
German Shepherd
About Chevron
Bi-color Female Black & Tan Carries Solid black, Solid white, & Long Coat Scent Detection (K9 SAR) Lines Crazy ball drive * Fast * Obedient
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Pituitary Dwarfism, +5 more.Telle, mom
German Shepherd
About Telle
Working line GSD
Hazel, mom
German Shepherd
About Hazel
Maskless Sable German Shepherd Double Aw Sable (can only produce Agouti Sable puppies) Urajiro pattern Carries for Solid white Can only produce short coated pups Mobility Service Dog
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), +6 more.Kye Lo, dad
German Shepherd
About Kye Lo
Czech Sable German Shepherd dog Genetically Maskless Double Aw Sable (only produces Sable puppies) Carries for Long coat
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Nordwolfe 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (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.
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.
X-Linked Anhidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia, Dachshund type, Mucopolysaccharidosis Type IIIB (MPS IIIB), Renal Cystadenocarcinoma and Nodular Dermatofibrosis (RCND), Full Embark Panel, Day Blindness, Achromatopsia, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Fucosidosis, Factor VIII Deficiency, Boxer Type, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), 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).
