Southern Creek (Vom Südbach) German Shepherds

Katie H.

Breeder of German Shepherds

  • Winterville, NC · 243 miles away

Meet the breeder

I'm Katie H., the breeder behind Southern Creek (Vom Südbach) German Shepherds located in Winterville, NC. We are a small breeding program with an average of one litter every 1-2 years. We health test our dogs, as a healthy dog is our priority. We import many of our breeding dogs from well-known, prestigious kennels overseas. We take pride in our program and keep up with all puppies that leave us.

Q. & A. with Katie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My husband and I fell in love with the breed when we got our first working line male 12 years ago. We researched breeding endlessly before embarking on this journey of becoming a reputable breeder. We now mentor many other breeders throughout the US and love to educate others on this incredible breed. We strive to produce healthy dogs with stable temperaments.

  • What makes your program special?

    At Südbach German Shepherds, we value health testing and temperament. Our adults and puppies are frequently complimented on their deep red pigment, regal look, and incredible temperaments. They are the ideal family companions, both loyal and protective. Our puppies are great with children and adaptable to new environments. We have puppies throughout the US now, from Oregon to Texas to coastal NC.

  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Our puppies include stock and long coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include sable, black, and black and red. 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 Katie

Katie 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 $1,900 - $2,400 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Pricing varies based on limited vs full registration. Deposit secures your pick order. Puppy selections begin at 6 weeks and take home at 8 weeks.”

Contract & health guarantee

Katie 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 Katie 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 Katie 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 Katie.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Winterville, NC

243 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Raleigh–Durham Airport

230 miles away

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More about Katie

  • Katie has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years

    Katie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Katie’s links

Katie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Southern Creek (Vom Südbach) German 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Southern Creek (Vom Südbach) German 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 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.

  • Dentition

    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, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Katie to bring home their puppies.

  • Aimi C.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2024

    This was an amazing experience from beginning to pick up. Katie is phenomenal and takes the extra time and effort in providing quality pups. We would definitely recommend anyone interested in a GSD to inquire with Katie and southern creek vom sudbach German Shepherd’s.

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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.