Owl Grove German Shepherd Dogs

Stephanie D.

Breeder of German Shepherds

Meet the breeder

I'm Stephanie D., the breeder behind Owl Grove German Shepherd Dogs located in Seale, AL. Our goal is to ensure every dog that comes from our program is set up to live a happy and healthy life and is prepared for its future role when it leaves our care. We provide each of our pups with lots of socialization and love, and we are dedicated to maintaining responsible breeding policies. All of our adult dogs are hip and elbow tested and have genetic panels completed. We show very successfully in UKC conformation.

Q. & A. with Stephanie

Why did you start breeding?
Once I had the pleasure of owning a German Shepherd Dog with correct, stable temperament, I was done for. If you’ve never experienced the beauty of a correct, healthy GSD who is sound, confident and sharp, you have yet to experience a GSD for what they are. Those who love them should have the opportunity to own and be amazed by a well bred GSD; I want to be the breeder who is able to offer such.
What makes your program special?
I take a serious approach to producing dogs of sound body AND mind. Health is the forefront of everything I do. All of our dogs have OFA hips and elbows, have either an Embark or Optimal Selection genetics panel, tested for Pituitary Dwarfism and temperament tested either by GSDCA or through the CGC tiers as we wait for future GSDCA tests. We also show in both AKC and UKC conformation.
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 are black and tan. Colors will 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.

Grey Collar Girl
Went home
Female
Blue Collar Girl
Went home
Female
Black Collar Boy
Went home
Male
Olive Collar Boy
Went home
Male
Teal Collar Girl
Went home
Female
Red Collar Boy
Went home
Male
Smilin' Gus (7mos old)
Went home
Male

Getting a puppy from Stephanie

Stephanie 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.

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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“AKC limited registration, contract and health guarantee, age appropriate vaccinations and wormings documented in our puppy passport and a puppy kit with a sample of food, toys, treats and a blankie. We accept deposits once puppies are a week old. Please contact privately for further information and/or a copy of our contract.”

Contract & health guarantee

Stephanie 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 Stephanie 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 Stephanie 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
  - Socialized in new places
  - Scent introduction
  - 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
  - Initial potty training
  - Basic obedience & manners
  - Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
  - Puppy starter kit
  - Toys
  - Food & treats
  - Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Seale, AL

635 miles away

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta Airport

537 miles away

More about Stephanie

Stephanie has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Stephanie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Stephanie’s links
- Website

Stephanie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Owl Grove German Shepherd Dogs 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

Willow, mom
German Shepherd
About Willow
Large and tall black and tan bitch from American Show and UKC show lines. Outstanding temperament, low drive, easy going girl. Push button and bomb proof. OFA Fair Hips and Elbows - normal right, grade 1 left due to injury.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Irma, mom
German Shepherd
About Irma
Irma is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Stephanie decided to make her part of their program. Stephanie 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.
Great health testing
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Owl Grove German Shepherd Dogs 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.
Optimal Selection Genetic Disease Analysis (180+ Diseases), Pituitary Dwarfism, 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).