von den Bären Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Amber C., the breeder behind von den Bären Shepherds located in El Dorado, CA. Our dogs are an integral part of our family and are not kept in kennels. We focus on ensuring each puppy is socialized correctly and placed in the best home suited for each personality. Our goal is to produce sound, healthy dogs who have the desire to work hard, as well as be stable for home life.
Q. & A. with Amber
Why did you start breeding?
I have always loved the breed and found that my love for them extended into carefully raising high quality puppies and dogs for families. These dogs are my family, my passion and my life.What makes your program special?
We do not push hundreds of puppies through every year; instead, we focus on the proper dam and puppy care before, during and after each litter. We focus on ensuring each puppy is socialized correctly and is placed in the best home suited for each personality. Our dogs are bred to the highest of standard for healthy, sound, rich pigmentation, and correct conformation with a high drive for work.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have long coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black and red. 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.
Wally v.d. Baren
Went homeMale
Wylos v.d. Baren
Went homeMale
Wade Wilson v.d. Baren
Went homeMale
Red Collar Boy
Went homeMale
Winter v.d. Baren
Went homeFemale
Whirlwind v.d. Baren
Went homeFemale
Green
Went homeMale
Orange
Went homeFemale
Xena
Went homeFemale
Xenia
Went homeFemale
Black
Went homeMale
Light Blue
Went homeMale
Xara
Went homeFemale
Red
Went homeFemale
Silas
Went homeMale
Sylus
Went homeMale
Sansa
Went homeFemale
Sirius
Went homeMale
S'Kryos
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Amber
Amber 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.
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
“We ask that you place a deposit to reserve a spot on our waiting list.”
Contract & health guarantee
Amber 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 Amber 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 Amber 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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Amber.
Breeder's location
Meet in El Dorado, CA
2311 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Reno/Tahoe Airport
2241 miles away
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More about Amber
Club memberships
Amber is a member of German Shepherd Dog Club of America, United Schutzhund Clubs of America, verein für deutsche schäferhunde, and Fédération Cynologique Internationale.
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., Royal Canin Crown Breeder, Professional Handler.
Amber has been a member of Good Dog for almost 7 years
Amber was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Amber is a trusted Good Dog breeder
von den Bären 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
Onri, mom
German Shepherd
About Onri
Onri is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Amber decided to make her part of their program. Amber has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Excellent health testing
Temperament Test, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +2 more.Eikon, dad
German Shepherd
About Eikon
Eikon is a male German Shepherd about 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Amber decided to make him part of their program. Amber has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Excellent health testing
Temperament Test, Full Embark Panel, +5 more.Wilma, mom
German Shepherd
About Wilma
Wilma aka "whoopie" is the sweetest most loving dog. She has the absolute best on and off switch. She has lovely drive to work but is the calmest cuddle bug in the house. She settles so nice, and loves her kids, cats, other dogs. She's a social butterfly, super stable and couldn't be an easier dog to have around.
Excellent health testing
Temperament Test, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
von den Bären 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 (Preliminary), 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 Dysplasia (Preliminary)
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 Certification (CAER, 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.
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.
Dentition, Brucellosis, 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.
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Animal Genetics Panel, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, DNA Profile, Full Embark Panel, GenSol Diagnostics DNA Testing
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).
