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Patriot Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Jessica H., the breeder behind Patriot Shepherds located in Norfolk County, MA. We only have a litter once every 2 years to generate the best family dogs as possible. Health and temperament are extremely important to us. We do everything we can to ensure a healthy, happy pup for you to welcome into your family!
Q. & A. with Jessica
Why did you start breeding?
Honestly, our vet encouraged us to. When he first met our girl he told us she was the perfect specimen of a German Shepherd and that fixing her would be sad to the breed. So we waited until she was two and had a litter. She produced some of the most beautiful, healthy, well-temperamented dogs I have ever met. All of the pups are still in contact with us to this date!What makes your program special?
We do not breed for profit or greed. I want to give families the same joy I get when I walk through my doors every day. Our first goal is always the wellness of the dogs. Our next goal is always the temperament, as the temperament of this breed always gets a bad rep we do all we can to ensure friendly, loving, loyal dogs!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.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Max
Went homeMale
Gronk
Went homeMale
Rhea
Went homeFemale
Saydi
Went homeFemale
Duke
Went homeMale
Lacey
Went homeFemale
Syra
Went homeFemale
Vala
Went homeFemale
Jax
Went homeMale
Dark Blue Male
Went homeMale
Orange Male
Went homeMale
Lime Green Female
Went homeFemale
Light Pink Female
Went homeFemale
Hot Pink Female
Went homeFemale
Red Female
Went homeFemale
Tan Female
Went homeFemale
Lavendar Female
Went homeFemale
Torquoise Female
Went homeFemale
Dark Torquoise Female
Went homeFemale
Yellow Female
Went homeFemale
Dark Green Male
Went homeMale
Black Male
Went homeMale
Gronk - 4 year old - Rehoming
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Jessica
Jessica 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 $500 refundable deposit and between $2,000 - $2,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Jessica 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 Jessica 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 Jessica 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 Jessica.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Norfolk County, MA
410 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
More about Jessica
Jessica has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years
Jessica was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Jessica’s links
Jessica is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Patriot Shepherds 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
Ryka, mom
German Shepherd
About Ryka
Ryka is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jessica decided to make her part of their program. Jessica 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.
Pemi, mom
German Shepherd
About Pemi
Pemi is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jessica decided to make her part of their program. Jessica 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.
Gronk, dad
German Shepherd
About Gronk
Gronk is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Jessica decided to make him part of their program. Jessica 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.
Brokk, dad
German Shepherd
About Brokk
Brokk is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Jessica decided to make him part of their program. Jessica 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
Patriot Shepherds 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).
