Von Holbrook Kennels
- Catlettsburg, KY
- Responds within a few hours
Upcoming litters
Planned German Shepherd litter
Due Aug. 2025
Ready Oct. 2025
Meet the breeder
I'm Nick H., the breeder behind Von Holbrook Kennels located in Catlettsburg, KY. Von Holbrook Kennels are committed to breeding the best all around German Shepherds that we can provide. We are very active in the dog sport. We have worked very hard to select the dogs that we have for our program in hopes of providing families with one of our puppies! We look forward to working with everyone!!
Q. & A. with Nick
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have stock coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable, black, and bi-color. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Nick
Nick 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 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All of our puppies will receive their first round of shots and be checked by our vet for any issues before leaving our home. The puppies will be evaluated so they can be selected for their right home and will get loads of socialization. All of our puppies will be the same price regardless of gender or color.”
Contract & health guarantee
Nick 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 Nick 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 Nick 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
- Basic obedience & manners
- AKC registration
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Nick.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Catlettsburg, KY
Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Nick can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Nick
Nick has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Nick was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Nick is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Von Holbrook Kennels 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
Convict, dad
German Shepherd
About Convict
Convict is a very driven dog with solid nerves
Athena, mom
German Shepherd
About Athena
Athena is a very strong female with a stable temperament.
Xendy, mom
German Shepherd
About Xendy
Xendy is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Nick decided to make her part of their program. Nick 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Von Holbrook Kennels 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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 (rDVM, not 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.
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.
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 Nick to bring home their puppies.
Linda B.
Verified owner · July 2025
+5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An Extraordinary Experience with Von Holbrook Last month, I adopted an almost 2-year-old sable German Shepherd named Clutch from Nick at Von Holbrook—and I truly cannot say enough positive things about the entire experience. From the very beginning, Nick and his wife Cortney were incredibly accommodating. They answered every question I had with patience and honesty, and even arranged a FaceTime call so I could meet them and Clutch before making a decision. I was scheduled to go on vacation, and they generously agreed to hold Clutch until I returned. On top of that, knowing I had a 12-hour drive one way to pick him up, they offered to meet me halfway—driving five hours themselves. That alone speaks volumes about their dedication. And Clutch... wow. To say I’m happy with him doesn’t even come close. He’s everything I could’ve hoped for in a dog and more. He’s sweet, smart, incredibly loyal—a total velcro dog who just wants to be by my side and do whatever I ask of him. Nick said he was just waiting to find his person, and now that I have him, I believe it 100%. We’ve totally bonded, and he’s already changed my life for the better. I feel incredibly lucky to have found Von Holbrook and would recommend them without hesitation to anyone looking for a well-bred, well-loved German Shepherd. This was so much more than just a transaction—it was a thoughtful, caring match-making process, and I am grateful every day for it.
