Steinholtz German Shepherds

BARBARA W.

Breeder of German Shepherds

  • Lyndonville, NY
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm BARBARA W., the breeder behind Steinholtz German Shepherds located in Lyndonville, NY. We are a selective breeding program that focuses on temperament and health Foundation stock imported from Europe. Titled, Breed survey, hip/elbow clearances on these dogs as well. My dogs are always completely health tested, including OFA hip/elbow clearances, Pennhip, CERF eye exams and full embark genetic panel.

Q. & A. with BARBARA

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I watched my Aunt train and show her dogs while I was growing up as a young girl. I had high hopes and expectations for my first GSD. Unfortunately, I learned the hard way with my first gsd having many health issues including severe hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia and pannus. She was spayed and I set out to find the perfect bitch to start my dream. So my first import bitch was Foxi vom Fichtenschlag, imported from Germany.

  • What makes your program special?

    We have years of experience in preparing puppies for their forever homes. We spend lots of time socializing and training our pups so they will have a great foundation of good behavior and neurological development. Using the knowledge gained in Veterinary Medicine, dog behavior, reproduction and dog training I thrive to produce exceptional companions.

  • 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 BARBARA

BARBARA 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 non-refundable deposit and between $2,000 - $27,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Puppy price depends on age of puppy and training level completed. My puppies are always Veterinary health checked, on deworming schedule, have age appropriate vaccines, and microchipped. Puppies are raised in our living room Exposed to normal, everyday things. We do potty box training and weather permitting, outside time. German shepherds are 2200 AKC limited registration. Your deposit is your commitment to a puppy in the litter. Please provide information about your family as pertains to a pup.”

Contract & health guarantee

BARBARA 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 BARBARA 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 BARBARA 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
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Lyndonville, NY

300 miles away

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More about BARBARA

  • Club memberships

    BARBARA is a member of Fear free accredited licensed veterinary technician level 3, VP of schutzhund club in the past, and American Kennel Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Associate Dog Trainer, Licensed Veterinary Technician.

  • BARBARA has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years

    BARBARA was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • BARBARA’s links

BARBARA is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Steinholtz 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Steinholtz 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.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)

    Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.

  • Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not 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.

  • Full Embark Panel, DNA Disease Panel, 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 BARBARA to bring home their puppies.

  • JW

    Jada W.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2025

    We couldn’t be happier to recommend Barbara’s puppies! She breeds beautiful dogs, and is very easy to communicate with. We look forward to getting more puppies from her in the future.

    jW

    jake W.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2023

    we had a good experience family run business which I always prefer. would definitely recommend.

  • AM

    Adam M.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2023

    Had a great experience, from initial communication full of details, to selecting the right pup, and following up to make sure everything was ok. Couldn't be happier!

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.