Spruce Valley German Shepherds & Boston Terriers
Meet the breeder
I'm JODI C., the breeder behind Spruce Valley German Shepherds & Boston Terriers located in Saint Agatha, ME. We breed for health, temperament, conformation, and disposition. Our German Shepherds are tested and clear of DM, VWD & OFA'D . Our Boston Terriers are tested and clear of JHC, DM, VWD and Patellar Luxation Our passion is to breed for quality, not quantity. let us help you find your new best friend and family member. we are proudly a breeder with H.E.A.R.T. It would be a pleasure to introduce you to your next best friend.
Q. & A. with JODI
What makes your program special?
We pride ourselves in giving back to our community and those who protect it, we have a law enforcement k9 program where we donate dogs to any law enforcement agency in our county as well as donate $100. To the Aroostook County Police K9 fund for every law enforcement officer who purchases a puppy from us, it's our way to give back to those who so selflessly stand in harms way to protect us.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include plush and stock 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, black and red, and bi-color. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from JODI
JODI 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 $400 non-refundable deposit and between $1,731.10 - $5,123.52 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Our prices also include microchip registration and vaccinations. We require a deposit in order to hold your place for your litter of choice, if we do not have the puppy that you desire, your deposit will be placed on the next available litter one time.”
Contract & health guarantee
JODI 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 JODI 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 JODI 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 JODI.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Saint Agatha, ME
729 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Presque Isle airport
711 miles away
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More about JODI
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
JODI has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
JODI was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
JODI is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Spruce Valley German Shepherds & Boston Terriers 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Spruce Valley German Shepherds & Boston Terriers 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.
Temperament Test
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.
DNA Profile, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I)
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).
