South Star
Meet the breeder
I'm Cindy G., the breeder behind South Star located in Gilmer, TX. My dogs are bred for health, beauty, and brains. Temperament is paramount for me as many of my puppies. While a few dogs go to performance homes, many go to pet homes and I want to make sure each owner has the best pet possible.
Q. & A. with Cindy
Why did you start breeding?
I began breeding back in the late '80s. I had a bitch at that time who was outstanding in the obedience ring and did okay in confirmation. My goal was to produce a dog that could master both rings.What makes your program special?
My goal has always been to produce the best of both worlds - working and conformation. My dogs live and are bred in-home. Puppies experience human bonding from day one and receive many experiences as they grow. All puppies are temperament tested at 7 weeks and new owners are given the results and suggestions as it relates to raising them.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Cindy
Cindy 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and $1,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All puppies are the same price whether going to a show home, performance home, or pet home. $300.00 Non Refundable Deposit Required to hold a puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Cindy 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 Cindy 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 Cindy 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 Cindy.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Gilmer, TX
5062 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Shreveport Airport
5034 miles away
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More about Cindy
Club memberships
Cindy is a member of German Shepherd Dog Club of America and Longview Kennel Club.
Cindy has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years
Cindy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Cindy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
South Star 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
Hannah, mom
German Shepherd
About Hannah
Hannah is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cindy decided to make her part of their program. Cindy 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
South Star 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.
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.
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).
