von der Benedikt GSD
Meet the breeder
I'm Carol B., the breeder behind von der Benedikt GSD located in Savona, NY. My dogs are bred for superior dispositions, sound hips, obedience potential, and show. Dogs are raised in my home—part of our family. I am a breeder who does everything I can to better the breed and ensure my dogs and puppies are able to get the most out of life.
Q. & A. with Carol
Why did you start breeding?
I have been breeding German Shepherds for over 20 years. I wanted to produce an animal that would fit any environment, whether for home, working dog, or show. My dogs are raised in the home and are contently socialized.What makes your program special?
I breed the best lines possible. All of my dogs are health tested and animals are socialized with adults and children so they can fit into any environment. These animals are raised in my home and treated like a part of the family. When a dog leaves my home, I provide lifetime support to the buyer and answer any questions they may have going forward.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 include black and 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.
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Carol
Carol 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 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Carol 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 Carol 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 Carol 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
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- Basic obedience & manners
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Carol.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Savona, NY
3911 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Carol can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Carol
Carol has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Carol was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Carol is a trusted Good Dog breeder
von der Benedikt GSD 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
Quattro, dad
German Shepherd
About Quattro
Quattro is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Carol decided to make him part of their program. Carol 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.
Meeko, mom
German Shepherd
About Meeko
Meeko is V1, KKL, HD/ED normal/normal, DM clear She lives in our home with two other female shepherds. Couldn't ask for a better temperment for a pet or drive for showing. Once her litter has been placed in new homes. She will go back on the road to show.
Iliano, dad
German Shepherd
About Iliano
Iliano is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Carol decided to make him part of their program. Carol 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.
Parent health testing
von der Benedikt GSD 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.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), DNA Profile
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).
