Von Merkley German Shepherds

Lizzie M.

Breeder of German Shepherds

  • Klamath Falls, OR
  • Responds within a few days

Available puppies

Oak Von Merkley

Ready now

5 months old · Male

Meet the breeder

I'm Lizzie M., the breeder behind Von Merkley German Shepherds located in Klamath Falls, OR. We are dedicated to breeding quality German Shepherds with sound minds and bodies. We test all of our dogs for hip and elbow dysplasia and Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) to ensure we produce quality puppies. Our dogs are mentally and physically sound, family pets, hard workers, and family protectors.

Q. & A. with Lizzie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Fell in love with the breed. After having to spay two potential breeding females because of hip dysplasia, we found our current breeding female who is healthy and a wonderful dog.
  • What makes your program special?

    We take pride in producing healthy puppies. We health test our dogs so we are not selling any puppies who will have physical or mental issues. Our dogs are our family members, not just animals. We do not breed for money, but for the love of the breed.
  • 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 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.

Getting a puppy from Lizzie

Lizzie 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 $540 non-refundable deposit and between $2,710 - $3,760 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes AKC registration and the first round of puppy shots. A $540.00 nonrefundable deposit is required to reserve your puppy. The remaining balance is due before you take your puppy home.”

Contract & health guarantee

Lizzie 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 Lizzie 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 Lizzie 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
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Food & treats
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Klamath Falls, OR

2307 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Rogue Valley –Medford Airport

2361 miles away

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Meet in Boise, ID

2015 miles away

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More about Lizzie

  • Lizzie has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

    Lizzie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Lizzie’s links

Lizzie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Von Merkley 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

Great level

Von Merkley 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.

  • 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).

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