Vom Morris Haus German Shepherds

Erica M.

Breeder of German Shepherds

  • Dexter, MO
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies

Pink collar

Ready May 20

4 weeks old · Female

Purple collar

Ready May 20

4 weeks old · Female

Meet the breeder

I'm Erica M., the breeder behind Vom Morris Haus German Shepherds located in Dexter, MO. Our dogs are breed from top pedigrees mostly Czech and West German working lines. All breeding dogs are fully health tested including hip/elbows, DM, and MDR1. Health and temperament are most important to us here at VMS and looks we consider a bonus. Most puppies do well in active family homes and sport homes.

Q. & A. with Erica

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I got into breeding after I bought my first imported German Shepherd and realized I wanted to be an advocate for this breed as I truly believe they are the best family dogs and sport dogs.
  • What makes your program special?

    I believe our breeding program is special due to I am a hands-on breeder. I check on all past pups, breed for correct temperament and health. I strive to make families happy. We also offer a 26 month hip guarantee.
  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Our puppies include stock and long 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, bi-color, 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.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Erica

Erica 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.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Erica partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 deposit and between $1,000 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“All our puppies are priced per their pedigrees/bloodlines. All deposits are non refundable but can be transferred once to another litter.”

Contract & health guarantee

Erica 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 Erica 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 Erica 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • 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
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration
      • Toys
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Erica.

Breeder's location

Meet in Dexter, MO

697 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at St. Louis Lambert Airport

693 miles away

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Meet in Paducah, KY

620 miles away

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More about Erica

  • Club memberships

    Erica is a member of United Schutzhund Clubs of America.

  • Erica has been a member of Good Dog for over 6 years

    Erica was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.

  • Erica’s links

Erica is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Vom Morris Haus German 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Vom Morris Haus German 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.

  • Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Erica to bring home their puppies.

  • Tyler R.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

    It was a very nice and pleasant process from day one Erica made it clear that breeding German shepherds was here passion. And truly cared about the animals and there well being

Photos

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.

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.

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.

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