The Canine Ranch

Amina W.

Breeder of Dutch Shepherds

  • Copperopolis, CA
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Amina W., the breeder behind The Canine Ranch located in Copperopolis, CA. We select top lines from each breed of our working dogs. Qualifying dogs are kept for our breeding program upon health clearances. We offer a variety of dog breeds that are genetically hardwired for sport, agility, protection, hunting, retrieving, scent work, herding and selectively, family companion animals.

Q. & A. with Amina

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My path to breeding grew naturally from my work as a trainer. After years of hands-on experience, I saw how much a dog’s temperament, health, and early development influence their long-term success. This inspired me to pursue ethical breeding through education, including certifications with Avidog®, and to focus on producing well-rounded, stable puppies that are set up to thrive in both family and working homes.

  • What makes your program special?

    We raise our puppies in a unique, enrichment-filled rural environment designed to build confidence, resilience, and real-world readiness. From an early age, our puppies are exposed to a variety of everyday sights and sounds—This thoughtful exposure helps shape stable, adaptable puppies who are ready to thrive in a variety of homes and lifestyles. We also offer training programs both before and after rehoming, ensuring each puppy has the best possible foundation for success—whether they’re headed for family life, performance, or working roles. Please note: For the safety of our dogs and the integrity of our program, facility visits are only permitted after an application has been approved and a deposit has been received.

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

    Our puppies include black brindle, yellow, and gold brindle. 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 Amina

Amina 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 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Deposit is included in total price. Registration, deworming, immunizations, supplements, premium food, round-the-clock care, Bio-Sensor training, crate training, noise desensitization, grooming, environmental exposures, potty training, socializing, Early Scent Intro. Deposits can be kept up to one year should buyers opt out of puppy purchase and wish to transfer the deposit towards another litter. ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS REGARDLESS OF LIFE CIRCUMSTANCES.”

Contract & health guarantee

Amina 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 Amina 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 Amina 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
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Copperopolis, CA

5615 miles away

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More about Amina

  • Club memberships

    Amina is a member of Primal Canine , KNPV, San Joaquin Dog Training Club , Sierra Tuolumne Kennel Club , American Kennel Club , and Protection Sports Association .

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Protection Sport Association: 1st Place High Obedience, High Protection , Jerry Bradshaw and Rocky Memorial Award High in Trial, Darryl Richey and Gabe Memorial Award - High Owner Trained Club , Greg Williams and Asja Memorial Award - High Owner Trained , Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Avidog Breeder Foundations , Avidog Transformational Puppy Rearing, Puppy Culture Breeder, American Kennel Club Canine College.

  • Amina has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Amina was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

Amina is a trusted Good Dog breeder

The Canine Ranch 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

The Canine Ranch 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 Dutch 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 (Preliminary)

    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.

  • DNA Disease Panel, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, DNA Profile

    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 Amina to bring home their puppies.

  • natalie r.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    I could not have asked for a better breeder / trainer than Amina. She worked with me for several months to find the perfect pup fit and my lil guy is a rockstar! Before the litter even whelped she was responding and answering all my questions quickly, was Very knowledgeable not just about the breed and dam n sire, but also about training and raising canines with a variety of goals. I’ve had Basenjis, Jack Russells and Terriers my whole life and have gone through several breeders and Amina is one of the best, the love and care she has with all her dogs and litters really showed. I’m thrilled with my little dude and can’t wait to bring him back to their Canine Ranch for training!

    Mario V.

    Verified owner · July 2022

    My experience was great. Amina was very helpful during and after picking up my dog.

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    Andrew R.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2025

    Amina was very helpful and patient with me throughout the entire process from selection of puppy all the way till pick up date. Once at the Canine Ranch, I was welcomed and treated with kindness along with educated and given an overwhelming of great knowledge and pointers. The amount of wisdom the Canine Ranch has to offer their dedication to these animals is beyond anywhere else you can find. Look no further for their future litters along with their current pups. Thank you!

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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.