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Skramstad Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Katrina S., the breeder behind Skramstad Shepherds located in Long Prairie, MN. Here at Skramstad Shepherd's producing high quality, well bred dogs is very important to us. Pups are raised in our home with our young children. Utd when they go home, crate and potty training started before they leave, contract required.
Q. & A. with Katrina
Why did you start breeding?
After doing research and finding a few mentors familiar with the breed I knew this was going to be for me. It's more of a passion as I run a very small breeding program and only have 1 maybe 2 litters a year. I have 4 dogs total, 2 of which are retired. They're our family first.What makes your program special?
We raise these pups in our home as if they were our own. I also offer boarding services for any of my dogs as this allows us to watch them grow in a way most breeders don't get to experience.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include blue merle, black tri-color, and red tri-color. 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.
Mindy
Went homeFemale
Mittens
Went homeFemale
Benny
Went homeMale
Penny
Went homeFemale
Mindy
Went homeFemale
Mittens
Went homeFemale
Vinny
Went homeMale
Rhino
Went homeMale
Cinch
Went homeMale
Joey
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Katrina
Katrina 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $900 - $1,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Utd on shots when they leave, dewormed bi weekly starting at 2 weeks of age, tails docked, parents clear on full panel and OFA good, started on potty training and crate training, raised in our home, socialization started before they leave. Lifetime breeder support. Deposit holds the puppy until pick up date and goes towards their total price.”
Contract & health guarantee
Katrina 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 Katrina 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 Katrina 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
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Katrina.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Long Prairie, MN
1004 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Minneapolis−Saint Paul Airport
902 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Katrina can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Katrina
Katrina has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years
Katrina was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Katrina’s links
Katrina is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Skramstad 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
Raya, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Raya
Raya is still such a playful puppy. She loves chasing ball and she is moose definitely a follower before a leader. She's the sweetest dog and my biggest cuddler. Both her and the sire don't know the meaning of personal space. She's a fantastic mother who's always keeping an eye out.
Rider, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Rider
Rider is my protector who never leaves my side. He keeps everyone in line. He's very alert but he's a couch potato who enjoys naps on the couch and belly rubs. Everyone who meets him loves him.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Skramstad 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 Australian 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.
DNA Disease Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)
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).
