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Van Freiheit working dogs
Meet the breeder
I'm Elena Q., the breeder behind Van Freiheit working dogs located in Griffin, GA. Van Freiheit Working Dogs produces purpose-bred Dutch Shepherds and APBTs with strong nerves, clear heads, and serious working drive. These dogs are built for sport and protection work and are intended for experienced handlers—not the average pet home.
Q. & A. with Elena
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Elena
Elena 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 $750 deposit and between $750 - $1,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes guarantee of registration , first round of vaccines , deworming , and puppy socialization. All of our puppies are the same price regardless of color , size etc. Deposit is only refundable if the unexpected loss of puppies.”
Contract & health guarantee
Elena 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 Elena 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 Elena 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
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 Elena.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Griffin, GA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta Airport
Meet in Charlotte, NC
More about Elena
Elena has been a member of Good Dog for less than a month
Elena was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Elena’s links
Elena is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Van Freiheit working 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 dogs
Karma, mom
Dutch Shepherd
About Karma
Karma is a truly versatile sport and protection dog who brings the perfect balance of drive and stability. She’s friendly, outgoing, and confident, able to work with anyone who handles her, yet when it’s time for bitework she flips the switch and brings real intensity and commitment. What sets Karma apart is her off-switch—after training or work, she comes home calm, relaxed, and easy to live with. She’s the kind of dog that proves a serious working dog can still be social, approachable, and an enjoyable companion outside the field.
Parent health testing
American Pit Bull Terrier
Dutch Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Van Freiheit working 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 American Pit Bull Terriers.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered), 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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 Examination (rDVM, not 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.
Vet Wellness Exam, Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
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.
DNA Disease Panel, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 2 (crd2), American Pitbull Terrier Type, Hyperuricosuria (HUU)
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).
