Ripple English Shepherds
- East Hartford, CT
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Karen G., the breeder behind Ripple English Shepherds located in East Hartford, CT. Ripple is built upon a foundation of love, admiration, and respect for the English Shepherd dog. We are home-based breeders dedicated to bringing healthy, smart, and quality English Shepherds into the homes and hearts of their forever families. We devote our time, energy, and attention to each litter to ensure puppies get the best start in life. We're excited to introduce your family to your next cherished companion!
Q. & A. with Karen
Why did you start breeding?
I have always loved dogs and was excited to establish my breeding program. I have loved the journey and I am a proud breeder of English Shepherds with a focus on temperament, health, and exceptional working traits. I love placing happy, healthy puppies with loving families. English Shepherds have proven to be wonderful companions in my life and it is a privilege to share that love and friendship with others.What makes your program special?
I work with a mentor to help perfect my program and promote ethical and healthy breeding practices. All of my dogs are health tested through OFA and my female is genetically tested through Embark to ensure quality, healthy pups. I breed based upon the overall health, temperament, working ability, and complementary traits of the breeding stock. Welcoming a new puppy into your lives, home, and heart is a huge undertaking and blessing, and we strive to find the right match for every puppy and his or her new family.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Karen
Karen 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 $600 - $800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Karen 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 Karen 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 Karen 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 Karen.
Breeder’s location
Meet in East Hartford, CT
317 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Bradley Airport
321 miles away
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More about Karen
Club memberships
Karen is a member of English Shepherd Club.
Certifications & recognitions
Avidog Transformational Puppy Rearing, Avidog Associate, Puppy Culture Breeder.
Karen has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Karen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Karen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Ripple English 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
Kivrin, mom
English Shepherd
About Kivrin
Kivrin is a female English Shepherd over 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Karen decided to make her part of their program. Karen 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
Ripple English 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 English 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.
Full Embark 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).
