Shakers
Meet the breeder
I'm Betty K., the breeder behind Shakers located in Napoleon Township, MI. I have been in the breed for 35 years. All dogs are OFA. Puppies are house raised, temperament tested, given shots, wormed, & microchipped. Puppies all have great time as well as the parents. They all have prey drive. Loves the pool and toys and people. I love this breed. So loyal,smart and loving.
Q. & A. with Betty
Why did you start breeding?
When I was young I had the most loving and loyal dog. She was also so smart. I got hooked on the breed.What makes your program special?
I X-ray every dog I keep. I keep up with the vet on health. I offer that any dog or puppy be return to me if it doesn’t work out. They are all raised with love. I offer my knowledge of the breed anytime. All parents are hips n elbows certified. Puppies are home raised and vet checked. Shots and worming are included. I give a guarantee.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have plush coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black and tan. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Betty
Betty 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $500 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Our puppies are one price except for show ones.”
Contract & health guarantee
Betty 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 Betty 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 Betty 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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized in new places
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
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 Betty.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Napoleon Township, MI
4188 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport
4151 miles away
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More about Betty
Club memberships
Betty is a member of Gsdc of Detroit , Detroit kennel club, and Gsdca.
Betty has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years
Betty was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Betty’s links
Betty is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Shakers 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
Mika, mom
German Shepherd
About Mika
Sweet girl. Plays ball and likes the pool and the boar. Great temperament. Ofa good.
Hunter, dad
German Shepherd
About Hunter
Nice black German Shepherd male. Friendly. Sweet temperament. Loving. Loves playing ball and Showing in the ring. Loves the swimming pool.
Crimson, mom
German Shepherd
About Crimson
Crimson is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Betty decided to make her part of their program. Betty 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.
Aby, mom
German Shepherd
About Aby
Aby is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Betty decided to make her part of their program. Betty 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.
Keno, dad
German Shepherd
About Keno
Keno is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Betty decided to make him part of their program. Betty 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
Great level
Shakers 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.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)
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).
