I'm Rebecca L., the breeder behind Peakes Brook Shepherds located in Delhi, NY. Our goal for each litter is to improve the German Shepherd. We aim for happy, healthy dogs that are suitable for the show ring, and also make great family pets.
Q. & A. with Rebecca
Why did you start breeding?
Our German Shepherds are a part of our family, first and foremost. We have been breeding shepherds since the mid 1990s, but have had a lifetime commitment to the breed. I have been recognized as a Breeder of Merit by AKC.
What makes your program special?
Each new puppy owner can expect us to keep in contact through the years. We are always available for any question, large or small. Our dogs have wonderful temperament, and we make sure all of our puppies are well-socialized. Each of our pups goes to its new home with an AKC registration, a written contract, information on socialization, crate-training, how puppies develop, games to play with a puppy, a 4-generation pedigree, pictures of the parents, vaccine records, and a letter from our vet stating that each pup was found physically healthy.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Rebecca
Rebecca 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
Connect with Rebecca to learn more details about pricing.
“We request a $500 non refundable deposit to hold your puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Rebecca 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 Rebecca 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 Rebecca directly.
Peakes Brook 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
Piper, mom
German Shepherd
About Piper
Piper is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rebecca decided to make her part of their program. Rebecca 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.
Jolene, mom
German Shepherd
About Jolene
Jolene is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rebecca decided to make her part of their program. Rebecca 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.
Mojo, dad
German Shepherd
About Mojo
Mojo is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rebecca decided to make him part of their program. Rebecca 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.
Missy, mom
German Shepherd
About Missy
Missy is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rebecca decided to make her part of their program. Rebecca 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.
Ivy, mom
German Shepherd
About Ivy
Ivy is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rebecca decided to make her part of their program. Rebecca 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.
Summer, mom
German Shepherd
About Summer
Summer is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rebecca decided to make her part of their program. Rebecca 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.
Capella, mom
German Shepherd
About Capella
Capella is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rebecca decided to make her part of their program. Rebecca 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.
Jz, dad
German Shepherd
About Jz
Jz is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rebecca decided to make him part of their program. Rebecca 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.
Johnny, dad
German Shepherd
About Johnny
Johnny is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rebecca decided to make him part of their program. Rebecca 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
Excellent level
Peakes Brook 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.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), 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.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
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).