Ransomshire Shepherds
- Rolesville, NC · 222 miles away
- Meetup available in Richmond, VA
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Expected German Shepherd litter
Due Dec. 2025
Ready Jan. 29, 2026
Expected German Shepherd litter
Due Dec. 2025
Ready Feb. 2, 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Ellen R., the breeder behind Ransomshire Shepherds located in Rolesville, NC. I am a niche breeder, I breed for home companions, not showline or police work. I spend a LOT of time with each litter. I do early stimulation & socialization of pups, matching personality of pup with the home they go to. I test & observe the puppies so they will stay in their new homes forever.
Q. & A. with Ellen
Why did you start breeding?
I always wanted a German Shepherd Dog. Finally, at age 35 I bought my own purebred German Shepherd Dog from nationally known breeder. She had large backyard kennels & 15+ dogs. However, she was well respected and had healthy dogs. I raised my pup & then dedicated my life to raise puppies the way I wish my purchased puppy had been raised! Read The Art of Raising A Puppy by The Monks of New Skete.What makes your program special?
My puppies are born as we help mom to safely clean them, put colored collars on them and start a log for their exact weight and markings. We take them to the vet on day 1. We do early stimulation for brain development days 3-16. Pups are handled by many different people from day 1. I feed the pups in crates 3 times a day for the last week. I teach "No bite" and start puppy manners training so you have an easier time at home if you continue the training.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include stock, plush, and long coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, black and red, black and tan, and bi-color. 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 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Ellen
Ellen 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 $555 non-refundable deposit and $3,245 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All our dogs are bred to be companions for life. I give a discount to military, thanks for serving our country. There's extra fee for full registration, & genetic and hip/elbow testing must be done. We do not have "pet" quality or discount dogs. All our dogs are meant to be pets. What we prefer to call them is valued companions for life. You are entitled to a refund if we do not have the SEX of the puppy you desire but we can't guarantee the color or coat of the puppy. Please note this! An extra charge is added if you intend to breed the puppy you purchase, I'll need to know this upfront. Our dogs are generally sold with limited registration, as most often they are purchased as pets.”
Contract & health guarantee
Ellen 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 Ellen 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 Ellen 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
Extras
- Registration
- Food & treats
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Ellen.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Rolesville, NC
222 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet in Richmond, VA
104 miles away
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More about Ellen
Club memberships
Ellen is a member of German Shepherd Dog Club of Greater Raleigh and German Shepherd Dog Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Ellen has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years
Ellen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Ellen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Ransomshire 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
Eimear, mom
German Shepherd
About Eimear
This girl is sharp and aware. If something is happening, she is ON it! She sticks with her people but always She adores playing especially with water, has gotten her first leg of agility titles, and is happy in the city or on the farm. She lets us know when there's strangers around but she has good manners when greeting people and other dogs. LOVES to play and has tremendous ball drive and has the speed, agility and focus to win the race to the ball when playing with the other dogs.
Uploaded health tests
Animal Genetics Panel, Genetic Diversity Test, +1 more.Asa, mom
German Shepherd
About Asa
Asa is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Ellen decided to make her part of their program. Ellen 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
Animal Genetics Panel.Lydia, mom
German Shepherd
About Lydia
Lydia is a great unflappable self-controlled dog who loves playing with people and other dogs. She is calm not reactive, alerts us when there's a stranger on the farm, and is helpful with the livestock chores, even catching loose animals without harming them. Always ready to fetch a ball or chase a squirrel, she is totally calm and trustworthy with babies and children of all ages, and has great maternal instincts and is a natural athlete. She runs at top speed for the joy of it when following vehicles on the farm.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Ransomshire 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.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Brucellosis, 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; SOD1B), Bernese Mountain Dog Type, Animal Genetics Panel, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, Dominant Black DNA Test, DNA Disease Panel
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).
