Vom Eisenwald GSD

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Heather and Garrett A.

Breeder of German Shepherds

  • Woodland, WA ·

Meet the breeder

I'm Heather and Garrett A., the breeder behind Vom Eisenwald GSD located in Woodland, WA. We breed German Shepherds with stable nerves, sound temperament, and correct structure, with a strong emphasis on what actually matters: genetics. The cornerstone of our program is simple. A dog can only become what its genetics allow. Training can shape behavior, but it cannot create nerve, stability, or sound temperament. Those traits must be inherited. Preserving them requires intentional breeding, which is why we prioritize pedigrees built on titled, proven dogs that have demonstrated these qualities, while carefully managing inbreeding coefficients to maintain genetic diversity, health, and long-term consistency. Our dogs are imported, health tested, and selected for what they truly are at their core, with a deliberate focus on what is inherited. That selection is not only seen on paper, but proven daily in real life, as they live and function within a home of six children, navigating constant activity, noise, and unpredictability with stability, patience, and clarity. Raised with daily exposure to young children and small animals, our puppies benefit from early, consistent exposure that builds on their genetic foundation, shaping the confidence, adaptability, and real world resilience they are built for. The result is a German Shepherd capable of thriving in active family homes, sport, or real world working roles, according to the strengths it was born with.

Q. & A. with Heather and Garrett

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We began breeding after years of working with German Shepherds and recognizing that true temperament, nerve, and stability are rooted in genetics rather than training alone. Our goal is to produce dogs with strong nerves, sound structure, and dependable temperaments that are inherited.. not created through management. Our foundation dogs reflect that standard.
  • What makes your program special?

    We prioritize stable nerves, clarity, and correct structure, supported by proven, titled pedigrees and thoughtful COI management. Our dogs are imported, fully health tested, and selected with a strong focus on genetic integrity. Raised in a structured family environment with young children, our puppies develop confidence, resilience, and sound, inherited temperament.
  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Our puppies include plush 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 and red 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 Heather and Garrett

Heather and Garrett 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.

Heather and Garrett 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.

“We match puppies based on gender preference and temperament. Evaluations are done at 7 weeks to ensure each puppy is placed in the home that best fits their personality and needs.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,000 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Price includes AKC registration, health guarantee, first vaccinations or support for families using a holistic or delayed schedule, deworming, and early socialization. A non‑refundable deposit reserves your puppy and is applied to the final price. If something unexpected occurs on our end, the deposit is refunded in full.”

Contract & health guarantee

Heather and Garrett 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 Heather and Garrett 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 Heather and Garrett 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
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Heather and Garrett.

Breeder's location

Meet in Woodland, WA

5187 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Portland Airport

5210 miles away

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Meet in Centralia, WA

5151 miles away

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More about Heather and Garrett

  • Heather and Garrett has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 month

    Heather and Garrett was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.

Heather and Garrett is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Vom Eisenwald GSD 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Vom Eisenwald GSD 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.

  • 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.

  • Vet Wellness Exam

    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, 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).

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.