Southernwind Kennels LLC

M. Cecila M.

Breeder of German Shepherds

  • Brooksville, FL ·

Meet the breeder

I'm M. Cecila M., the breeder behind Southernwind Kennels LLC located in Brooksville, FL. Since 1974, Southernwind has been my life’s work. As a breeder, trainer and former AKC/FCI judge, I prioritize health and balanced temperament. Our mothers have hip, elbow and DM screening. Ranch-raised puppies receive early enrichment, thoughtful family matching and lifelong breeder support.

Q. & A. with M. Cecila

  • Why did you start breeding?

    In 1975, AKC German Shepherd Specialty Judge Joseph Palacios became my mentor. For years, he taught me to look beyond beauty and select for health, sound structure, balanced temperament, and strong nerves. Those lessons still guide every breeding decision I make.
  • What makes your program special?

    Fifty years of experience guide our health screening, early sensory enrichment and individual puppy evaluations. I match puppies thoughtfully with families and provide lifelong breeder guidance.
  • 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, bi-color, and black and red. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and guardian homes.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from M. Cecila

M. Cecila has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

M. Cecila partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.

“Matching a puppy begins with getting to know the family—their daily routine, children, other pets, experience with dogs, and what they hope to enjoy with their new companion. As our puppies develop, I observe them individually and within the litter, paying attention to their energy, confidence, response to unfamiliar situations, recovery after surprises, and desire to engage with people. These observations help guide my recommendations; they are not guarantees of adult temperament. Families are welcome to share preferences for gender, coat, and color, but temperament and compatibility guide the final match. With more than five decades of experience, I help each family understand why a particular puppy may suit them. If I do not see an appropriate match, I will say so and discuss waiting for another puppy. My goal is a partnership that works for both the dog and the people who will share its life. That commitment continues with guidance after the puppy goes home. ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit that secures a spot in a litter. The remaining $3,000 - $4,000 is due at pickup, before taxes & fees.

“Prices range from $3,500 to $4,500. Includes health records, Florida health certificate, vaccines, deworming, microchip, contract, health guarantee, pedigree, and limited AKC registration. . A $500 non-refundable deposit secures a place in a litter and applies to the puppy price, does not guarantee a specific puppy. Transferable to another litter within one year, subject to availability.”

Contract & health guarantee

M. Cecila 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 M. Cecila 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 M. Cecila 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
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Toys
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Food & treats
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from M. Cecila.

Breeder's location

Meet in Brooksville, FL

4782 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Orlando Airport

4737 miles away

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More about M. Cecila

  • Club memberships

    M. Cecila is a member of German Shepherd Dog Club of America, Hernando County Kennel Club, German Shepherd Dog Club of Puerto Rico, and United Schutzhund Clubs of America.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Sensory test evaluator, FCI Temperament Test Judge, FCI Judge, FCI breeder of the Year, AKC Judge, Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • M. Cecila has been a member of Good Dog for almost 7 years

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

  • M. Cecila’s links

M. Cecila is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Southernwind Kennels 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Southernwind Kennels 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.

  • 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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