Sonnenhügel Kennel, LLC

  • Osco, IL
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Meet the breeder

I'm Kyla M., the breeder behind Sonnenhügel Kennel, LLC located in Osco, IL. Our German Shepherds are handler/owner trained. Our breeding dogs are trained, shown, and titled in a variety of activities that allow us to properly assess their strengths and weaknesses. We strive to breed and produce true working line German Shepherds.

Q. & A. with Kyla

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My passion for canines has led me to breed Shepherds, including but not limited to, German Shepherds and Miniature American Shepherds. I choose to enter the world of breeding, in an effort to better the breeds I love. The goal for my breeding program is to produce canines that are not only great companions but are also capable of performing, especially in the areas they are bred for.
  • What makes your program special?

    Here at Sonnenhugel Kennnel, LLC, we take pride in the health of the dogs we produce. We strive to raise litters with excellent health and wonderful temperaments. We ensure that all of our pups are well trained and socialized by the time they are ready to go to their new homes. This breed is intelligent, active, and eager to please, making it the perfect addition to your family.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our German Shepherd puppies include sable and black. Miniature American Shepherd puppies are blue merle. 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.

Getting a puppy from Kyla

Kyla 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

Connect with Kyla to learn more details about pricing.

“Working line/Imported GSD Puppies-$2000-2500 Mini American Shepherds-$1200. All of our puppies are the same price, no matter the color. Price includes microchip, appropriate vaccines etc.”

Contract & health guarantee

Kyla 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 Kyla 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 Kyla 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
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration
      • 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 Kyla.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Osco, IL

4450 miles away

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More about Kyla

  • Club memberships

    Kyla is a member of United Schutzhund Clubs of America.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Associate Dog Trainer, Licensed Veterinary Technician.

  • Kyla has been a member of Good Dog for over 6 years

    Kyla was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.

Kyla is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Sonnenhügel Kennel, LLC 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

Parent dogs

All breeds

German Shepherd

Miniature American Shepherd

Parent health testing

German Shepherd

Miniature American Shepherd

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Sonnenhügel Kennel, LLC 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.

  • Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)

    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.

  • Full Embark Panel, PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy (PRA-crd), Standard Wirehaired Dachshund Type, GenSol Diagnostics DNA Testing, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), 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).

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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