Tonor-Steffca German Shepherd dogs
Meet the breeder
I'm Todd and Stephanie V., the breeder behind Tonor-Steffca German Shepherd dogs located in Wauconda, IL. We've been breeding and training German Shepherd dogs for over 45 years. like many people I fell in love with this wonderful breed thru TV. Rin Tin Tin We breed for the ultimate show dog, but first and foremost for Temperament.
Q. & A. with Todd and Stephanie
Why did you start breeding?
To improve the breed according to the AKC standard.What makes your program special?
"When Passion, Love and Experience come together, Expect a Miracle".What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include long 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 black, 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 and a kennel on my property.
Getting a puppy from Todd and Stephanie
Todd and Stephanie 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 $250 refundable deposit and between $1,250 - $3,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Our dogs come with a Contact, AKC Registration applications, Vet Check, Dewormed and a full health record for you to take to you vet on your new puppy's first visit. To hold a puppy for a current litter only.”
Contract & health guarantee
Todd and Stephanie 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 Todd and Stephanie 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 Todd and Stephanie 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
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Todd and Stephanie.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Wauconda, IL
601 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Chicago Midway Airport
573 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Todd and Stephanie can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Todd and Stephanie
Club memberships
Todd and Stephanie is a member of German Shepherd Dog Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
President of the Shoreline German Sherd Club, Vice President of the IlliniGSDC, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator.
Todd and Stephanie has been a member of Good Dog for 2 months
Todd and Stephanie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Todd and Stephanie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Tonor-Steffca German Shepherd dogs 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
Tonor-Steffca German Shepherd dogs 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.
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).
