Von De León German Shepherds

Nicole D.

Breeder of German Shepherds

  • Luna, NM
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies

Yellow

Ready now

2 months old · Male

Upcoming litters

Marc
Poly

Expected German Shepherd litter

Due Dec. 2025

Ready Feb. 19, 2026

Meet the breeder

I'm Nicole D., the breeder behind Von De León German Shepherds located in Luna, NM. Our breeding dogs are trained, shown, and titled in a variety of different activities that allow us to properly assess their strengths and weaknesses. We strive to breed and produce true working line German Shepherds.

Q. & A. with Nicole

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I grew up around German Shepherds and have always admired this breeds intelligence and working ability. My goal is to breed for a well-balanced dog with a passion for work but can also function in the family environment.
  • What makes your program special?

    Our dogs are our family! They receive the best of veterinary care, including annual exams, bloodwork, vaccines. Our breeding is built on dogs with strong pedigrees, structure, exceptional temperament and solid working ability. Our dogs live in our home on our 5 acres.
  • 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 and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and guardian homes.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Nicole

Nicole 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and $1,600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Price includes $200 deposit. Our puppies/dogs come with AKC Registration, first set of shots, having been checked by a vet and dewormed multiple times. Deposit reserves your place to pick a puppy. Price includes $200 deposit. Our puppies/dogs come with AKC Registration, first set of shots, having been checked by a vet and dewormed multiple times. Deposit reserves your place to pick a puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Nicole 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 Nicole 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 Nicole 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
      • Socialized in new places
      • 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
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Registration
      • Food & treats
      • Toys

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Luna, NM

1778 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Albuquerque Sunport

1623 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

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

More about Nicole

  • Club memberships

    Nicole is a member of United Schutzhund Clubs of America.

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

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

  • Nicole’s links

Nicole is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Von De León 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

Von De León 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.

  • Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)

    Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.

  • Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), 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).

Verified owner stories

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

  • Debra R.

    Verified owner · June 2024

    We saw our puppy, Shadow, on Nicole's website and we just had to have him. Purchasing him went smoothly, and we drove down from Colorado to pick him up. He's a strong and very intelligent puppy. He would tell me when he was hungry, thirsty, or needed to potty. He never got car sick on the ride back to Colorado. He is a beautiful dog and he is settling in at my home very well. I am already in love with him.

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.

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