Von Becks German Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Yvonne M., the breeder behind Von Becks German Shepherds located in Clinton, PA. Our male and female are bred once per year. Their first litters' genetics have proven to produce healthy companion, service and sport dogs.
Q. & A. with Yvonne
Why did you start breeding?
We added German Shepherds to our home to love and protect our adult autistic son. We added a protective sensitive female.What makes your program special?
Our male and female are our family members as are the puppies live with us and are benefit from ongoing socialization and desensitizationWhat 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 black and silver and black and tan. 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.
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Yvonne
Yvonne 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 $1,000 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Includes 2 vaccines, deworming, vet check, microchip, socialization, desensitization, basic obedience and benefits of being with their littermates and parents until at least 10 weeks old.”
Contract & health guarantee
Yvonne 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 Yvonne 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 Yvonne 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
- 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
Extras
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Yvonne.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Clinton, PA
180 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Pittsburgh Airport
178 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Yvonne can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Yvonne
Yvonne has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Yvonne was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Yvonne is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Von Becks 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
Parent dogs
Athos, dad
German Shepherd
About Athos
Athos is OFA elbow normal and hips good. He is DNA clear per Embark. He is a big teddy bear until he is asked to "Watch"
Zoe, mom
German Shepherd
About Zoe
Zoe is OFA elbow normal and hips excellent. Her DNA per Embark shows she is a carrier for DM, otherwise all clear.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Von Becks 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.
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).
