Serva Kennel
- Ellijay, GA
- Responds within a few days
Available puppies
Astra
1 year old · Female
Meet the breeder
I'm Sumier O., the breeder behind Serva Kennel located in Ellijay, GA. We do our best to socialize and acclimate each litter so we’re able to offer all-around healthy and well-mannered puppies! We started breeding with the simple mission to breed the very best dogs that we can, to raise them with love, and to find them the perfect future homes.
Q. & A. with Sumier
Why did you start breeding?
As we learned of and fell in love with this breed, we recognized how rare they were in the US. We were immediately committed to increasing awareness of this amazing, versatile breed and helping to preserve the breed.What makes your program special?
The focus of our breeding program is to help preserve the breed, while maintaining the highest health standards and appropriately preparing puppies and matching them to their forever home.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are silver brindle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Ms Green
Went homeFemale
Ms White
Went homeFemale
Ms. Purple
Went homeFemale
Ms Grey
Went homeFemale
Ms Pink
Went homeFemale
Mr. Mint
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Sumier
Sumier 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
“If preferred gender not available, deposit may be refunded or held for reserving preferred gender with next litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Sumier 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 Sumier 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 Sumier directly.
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
- Scent introduction
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Extras
- Food & treats
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Sumier.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Ellijay, GA
4555 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta Airport
4605 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Sumier can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Sumier
Sumier has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Sumier was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Sumier’s links
Sumier is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Serva Kennel 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
Litter and program updates
Sumier O.
Program update on 23 Nov. 2024 •April 2024 ShowSight Magazine - Focus of preservation while maintaining health standards!
Parent dogs
Nellie, mom
Dutch Shepherd
About Nellie
Nellie is a female Dutch Shepherd over 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sumier decided to make her part of their program. Sumier 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.
Great health testing
OFA Auscultation and Echocardiogram, Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Serva Kennel 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 Dutch 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), Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Brucellosis
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.
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).
