I'm Crystal S., the breeder behind Squires German Shepherds located in Pierce County, WA. I want to make the transition from my loving home to yours as seamless as possible by giving personal attention to each little pup to ensure it is well-rounded and prepared to excel in its forever home. By creating an environment of health and harmony for young puppies, I believe I am able to give each little pup the very best chance to reach its potential, express its best character, and bring forth its greatest gifts in the relationship with itself and to its family.
Q. & A. with Crystal
Why did you start breeding?
As I learned more about responsible breeding practices, I wanted to do my part to produce healthy, well-bred puppies. I am devoted to ensuring there are happy and healthy German Shepherds for others to enjoy, and I do so by responsibly growing this incredible breed. The fulfillment of seeing new puppies born, watching them grow, and helping shape them and train them in preparation for their new forever homes is the most rewarding experience ever!
What makes your program special?
I am passionate about German Shepherds, and my love for these dogs shines through in every aspect of my breeding program. My dogs and puppies are considered members of my family, and I do everything I can to ensure they get the best lives possible. That includes everything from choosing healthy parents with good temperaments, to proper socialization and daily care, to placing them in loving homes with wonderful families. I strive to provide each of my puppies and their families with a truly positive experience!
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include long and plush coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black and tan 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.
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Light Brown Boy
Went home
Male
Green Boy
Went home
Male
Yellow Girl
Went home
Female
Orange Boy
Went home
Male
Grey Boy
Went home
Male
Purple Girl
Went home
Female
Orange Collar
Went home
Male
Blue
Went home
Male
Red
Went home
Male
Green
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Crystal
Crystal 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 $500 refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price includes a health guarantee, AKC registration, first round of vaccinations, deworming, health exam, microchiped and puppy socialization. This deposit will hold your puppy and pick #. This is non refundable and will apply to the cost of the puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Crystal 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 Crystal 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 Crystal directly.
Squires 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
Litter and program updates
Crystal S.
Litter update on 24 Jan. •
Arya is going to miss these morning wrestle sessions!
Astro and Arya's litter
Crystal S.
Litter update on 13 Jan. •
The boys had their 6 week wellness check, shots, wormer, and microchiping last Friday! They are all healthy, big boys! They also got to meet our month old nephew.
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Astro and Arya's litter
Crystal S.
Litter update on 06 Jan. •
These boys are getting big too fast!
Astro and Arya's litter
Crystal S.
Litter update on 02 Jan. •
5 weeks old!!
Astro and Arya's litter
Crystal S.
Litter update on 16 Dec. 2024 •
Astro and Arya's litter
Crystal S.
Litter update on 10 Dec. 2024 •
These boys are getting big fast!!
Astro and Arya's litter
Parent dogs
Arya, mom
German Shepherd
About Arya
Arya is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Crystal decided to make her part of their program. Crystal 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.
Squires 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.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Crystal to bring home their puppies.
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Elaine R.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
Squires German Shepherds were very easy to work with. They answered all of my questions and continue to be available if needed.
My GS has the BEST temperament. She is bright, friendly, and protective when needed. She is great with children and other dogs. She loves chasing birds, swimming, and running. Best decision our family made!
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.