The Good Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Karina S., the breeder behind The Good Shepherds located in Lehigh Acres, FL. We’re hobby breeders looking for individuals and families that will continue to love and spoil our puppies as much as we do! Our goal is to produce healthy dogs with amazing temperaments while leaving a legacy of greatness in the breed. We are dedicated advocates for proper breeding techniques.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Green Collar Boy
Went homeMale
Blue Collar Girl
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Karina
Karina 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 $1,500 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price includes puppies first round of vaccinations, health certificate, deworming, intro to crate and potty training and puppies trained to recognize human sound and come. Puppies also come with a support group for training tips and sharing with others with puppies from safe liter or program. Life happens and should you need to postpone getting a puppy your deposit can be applied to a future liter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Karina 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 Karina 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 Karina 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 Karina.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Lehigh Acres, FL
894 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Southwest Florida Airport
899 miles away
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More about Karina
Karina has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Karina was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Karina’s links
Karina is a trusted Good Dog breeder
The Good 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
Parent dogs
Teddy, dad
German Shepherd
About Teddy
Teddy is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Karina decided to make him part of their program. Karina 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.
Grizzly, dad
German Shepherd
About Grizzly
Grizzly is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Karina decided to make him part of their program. Karina 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.
Puma, mom
German Shepherd
About Puma
Puma is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Karina decided to make her part of their program. Karina 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.
Kola, mom
German Shepherd
About Kola
Kola is a female German Shepherd over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Karina decided to make her part of their program. Karina 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
The Good 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.
