Vom Cosabar
Meet the breeder
I'm Missy O., the breeder behind Vom Cosabar located in Vancouver, WA. All of our dogs are fully health tested and titled in a vast array of sports. We focus on German shepherds that not only will do well in sports but also as an active companion. All our puppies are vaccinated, dewormed, microchipped, AKC registered before they leave us.
Q. & A. with Missy
Why did you start breeding?
I met my friend and mentor many years ago at a UKC dog show with Chiron, and she has since played an instrumental role in guiding me through the process of producing my first litter. Although I have always been actively involved in the dog community and had long considered breeding, I recognize that producing a healthy, well-balanced litter requires significant dedication, knowledge, and commitment. For that reason, I chose to wait until I felt confident that I had the right mentorship and an exceptional female to establish my breeding program on a strong foundation.What makes your program special?
All of our dogs undergo comprehensive health testing to help ensure they do not pass on hereditary health conditions to their progeny. In addition, each dog in our program is temperament tested, has earned a UKC Championship, and holds various other performance titles. These accomplishments demonstrate that our dogs are not only structurally sound, but also possess the stable temperament and working ability required to perform the tasks for which the breed was developed.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have stock coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Missy
Missy 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.
Missy partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 7 weeks old.
“Puppies are evaluated and matched based on gender and temperament at seven weeks of age. As the breeder, I make the final placement decisions to ensure the best possible fit for each home. Because I am with the litter daily and closely monitor their development and behavior, I am positioned to assess each puppy’s temperament and individual traits”
Price
“The price includes both parents being fully health tested, titled, and temperament tested, puppies are dewormed, vaccinated/microchipped, raised with many aspects from puppy culture, AKC registered. The deposit is our non-refundable/holding fee to insure your hold on said puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Missy 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 Missy 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 Missy directly.
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
- 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
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Missy.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Vancouver, WA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Seattle–Tacoma Airport
Meet in Seattle, WA
More about Missy
Club memberships
Missy is a member of columbia river herding group club, Pacific NW scent club, and German Shepherd Dog Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit, Puppy Culture Breeder.
Missy has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Missy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Missy’s links
Missy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Vom Cosabar 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
Chiron, mom
German Shepherd
About Chiron
Chiron is a female German Shepherd almost 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Missy decided to make her part of their program. Missy 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.
Excellent health testing
Temperament Test, Full Embark Panel, +2 more.
Cypress, mom
German Shepherd
About Cypress
Cypress is our keeper female from the A litter, a promising combination between Chiron and Larry. She is a well-built, athletic dog, weighing in at a solid 66 pounds and standing 23 inches tall. Confident, outgoing, and highly driven, Cypress embodies the qualities we strive to produce—balanced temperament, clarity of mind, and excellent social behavior with both people and dogs. She possesses an outstanding on/off switch, easily settling into a relaxed state at home while instantly switching gears when it’s time to work. Her drive is high, and we fully expect her offspring to inherit the same work ethic and intensity. Whether it’s obedience, scent work, or any other discipline, Cypress excels with enthusiasm and precision. Highly biddable and eager to please, she is an absolute joy to train. Cypress brings both power and partnership to everything she does, making her a truly exceptional working companion. Her sire is V1 Alfred av Stavanger IPO3 KKL1, 6x championship level competitor and her great dam SG Gjeter av Xazziam Schh3 KKL1 2008 high schooring female nw regonal! She is bred 2-4 on G Kway vom Posthorn SCHH3 kkl1 and 3-4 on SG Asko von der Lutter 2000 WUSV WORLD CHAMPION, SCHH3, IPO3, FH1, (WUSVx3: Vize Sieger '99), BSPx3(Bundesieger '98, Vize'9 Kkl1
Good health testing
Dentition, Temperament Test, +4 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Vom Cosabar 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.
Full Embark Panel, 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).
