Verny Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Michelle A., the breeder behind Verny Shepherds located in Jacksonville, NC. We’re devoted to ensuring there are healthy puppies for others to enjoy and we do so by responsibly growing this incredible breed. We are dog lovers through and through! Our pups are such an important part of our lives, and we can’t imagine being without them. It’s an amazing experience as breeders to provide others with puppies that we know will bring them the same joy!
Q. & A. with Michelle
Why did you start breeding?
German Shepherds are one of my favorite breeds, unfortunately there arnt many out there who live up to my standards and working on bettering the breed. With my 1st GSD having great lines to back up his amazing temperment.What makes your program special?
While we focus on working dogs we also have pet and service dogs out of every litter. I like to offer a wide variety of what you might be looking for. Since we temperament test our pups I can help match your pup with your lifestyle!What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include plush, 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 sable, black, black and tan, and bi-color. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Michelle
Michelle has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
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 price reflects a lot on what I do with the pups, they will come with limited registration (full registration will not be giving till health testing an some titles are complete), vet records, etc. All pups are the same price.”
Contract & health guarantee
Michelle 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 Michelle 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 Michelle 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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Registration
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Michelle.
Breeder's location
Meet in Jacksonville, NC
290 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Michelle can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Michelle
Club memberships
Michelle is a member of German Shepherd Dog Club of America and United Schutzhund Clubs of America.
Certifications & recognitions
American Kennel Club Canine College, Professional Groomer, Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Michelle has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Michelle was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Michelle’s links
Michelle is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Verny 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
Tucker, dad
German Shepherd
About Tucker
Tucker was a dual purpose K9 (Narcotics detection and apprehension) he served as my service dog for a few years then retired to personal protection. Due to unforeseen circumstances he has passed.
Great health testing
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Trouble, mom
German Shepherd
About Trouble
Trouble is a Netherlands import. She has been used for protection and IGP training in the past. While she does still enjoy the sleeve she has since been retired for bitework.
Great health testing
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Parent health testing
Great level
Verny 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.
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).
