I'm Susan D., the breeder behind Poetry’s Bend Belgian Sheepdogs located in Owego, NY. Our goal for our breeding program is to produce beautiful, healthy and stable Belgian Sheepdogs that exude strong Breed Type. Our program is based off of well-rounded, Champion and sport-titled parent dogs whose puppies will make positive contributions to their line and to the families who love them.
Q. & A. with Susan
Why did you start breeding?
I have always wanted to be a breeder. I grew up in horses and worked for a breeder in high school. I stumbled on the opportunity to get my foundation bitch from excellent lines and saw an opportunity to develop my own line.
What makes your program special?
I have great mentors. I work collaboratively with a handful of experienced breeders far more knowledgeable that myself who continually help shape me as a newer breeder. I have had two litters with my foundation bitch. I have kept one from each litter ages 5 & 3 years old now. These are the two I will be breeding in 2025 & 2026.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Susan
Susan 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 between $1,500 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“AKC Registration, 1st Set of Puppy Shots, Microchip, Puppy Bag (ex treat, collar/lead) and Contract of Sale.”
Contract & health guarantee
Susan 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 Susan 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 Susan directly.
Poetry’s Bend Belgian Sheepdogs 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Poetry’s Bend Belgian Sheepdogs 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 Belgian Sheepdogs.
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.