Vom Stevens Old Fashioned German Shepherds

Carie M.

Breeder of German Shepherds

  • Winterport, ME
  • Responds within a few hours

Available puppies

Cinder- Purple

Ready Jan. 1, 2026

4 weeks old · Female

Cooper-No collar

Ready Jan. 1, 2026

4 weeks old · Male

Zara- Red collar

Ready Jan. 1, 2026

4 weeks old · Female

Ashen- Yellow

Ready Jan. 1, 2026

4 weeks old · Female

Upcoming litters

Rory
Rylee

Expected German Shepherd litter

Due Dec. 2025

Ready Feb. 20, 2026

Meet the breeder

I'm Carie M., the breeder behind Vom Stevens Old Fashioned German Shepherds located in Winterport, ME. Vom Stevens Kennel was started in 1995. Our goal is to continue to improve and strengthen the German Shepherd breed. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, loyalty, intelligence, solid minds, body and souls. We are dedicated to providing the most loyal family pet or working partner you will ever have. We prefer to stick to European working lines + only the Old style German Shepherd dog. You can see our terms and agreements on our website www.vomstevens.com and we have many many pictures and fun to show you on our FB page as well.

Q. & A. with Carie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I have had German Shepherds all of my life and about 25 years ago, we noticed the lack of care in many German Shepherd breeders. Angle was getting bad, less testing being done, and so many problems and inbreeding. We wanted to change this and help make the GSD what it was originally bred to do, look like, and be mentally + physically. We also noticed the dogs were scared of their own shadows. We want good nerve. Fearless, loyal protectors when we buy dogs. This is what lead us to our journey and continues today.

  • What makes your program special?

    Our dogs are very versitile. They work here on the farm helping us herd the horses. They are part of our kid's programs and horse programs. We will only breed with dogs that are fully tested and cleared and we start early on with our dogs with temperament tests and make sure they are well socialized. They love to work and love to learn.

  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Our puppies include plush, 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, black and tan, 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.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Carie

Carie 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Included with your puppy are a written guarantee, limited AKC Registration, 1 set of vaccinations, dewormings, and lifelong support. All deposits are non-refundable. Yet, they are transferable towards a different future litter.”

Contract & health guarantee

Carie 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 Carie 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 Carie 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
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • 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
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Winterport, ME

588 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Portland Jetport

489 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Carie can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Carie

  • Carie has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Carie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

Carie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Vom Stevens Old Fashioned 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

Excellent level

Vom Stevens Old Fashioned 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.

  • 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.

  • GenSol Diagnostics DNA Testing, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, DNA Profile, Agouti DNA Test, 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).

Verified owner stories

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

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    Tyson G.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

    Carie was great to deal with and very accommodating. Echo is a great puppy already. I’m sure we will want another one!

    Marllyn B.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2025

      • +4

    I had such a wonderful experience with Carie at Vom Stevens Old Fashioned German Shepherds! From the very first message, she was incredibly nice, responsive, and helpful—always quick to answer questions and make sure I felt comfortable with the whole process. Carie truly made everything simple and stress-free. It’s clear she really cares about her dogs and the families they go to. Our new puppy is absolutely perfect—healthy, happy, and stunningly beautiful. You can tell she came from a loving, well-maintained environment. I couldn’t be more grateful for the experience. If you’re looking for a trustworthy, kind breeder and a top-quality German Shepherd, I highly recommend Vom Stevens!

    Alison S.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2025

      • +4

    Receiving a Vom Stevens pup has been hands down the best experience I could have ever hoped for. Carie was very prompt in her responsiveness and happy to answer any questions that we had. The care, compassion, and quality of her breeding program is exceptional, and unmatched. We couldn't be happier with our new girl, and feel that we couldn't have made a better choice than Vom Stevens, and are so thankful to have found them.

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    Bennie M.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2025

      • +4

    Carrie was very knowledgeable about the breed, and she was very helpful and answered all my questions and continues to do so today. She cares deeply about her puppies. She’s always there to help the new forever families with anything they need.

    Andrew D.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2025

      • +4

    We found Carie on the web. We researched her and found her to be very knowledgeable and caring breeder not some puppy mill. After meeting her in person and seeing how healthy and well behaved all her dogs were We felt very comfortable with her and her dogs. We stay in touch and we send pictures of bear. I have attached a few pictures of Ted.E. Bear 🐻

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