von Vielfalt
Meet the breeder
I'm Quin S., the breeder behind von Vielfalt located in Tennessee. We are an up-and-coming kennel looking to prove our dogs in various clubs and organizations. Our first dog is currently training in bitesports. We trial in various venues such as Updog, Barn Hunt, and AKC. We would love to trial in NASDA and/or IGP in the future.
Q. & A. with Quin
Why did you start breeding?
I haven't started breeding quite yet, as the dogs who I have health tested and/or titled had other traits that made them less than optional breeding prospects. As a result, my current dogs are too young to breed.What makes your program special?
My goal is to provide a safe place for the disenfranchised and discriminated to purchase quality, working bred German Shepherd dogs. I believe in important human rights and do not subscribe to the die-hard support for policing as it exists currently in the US. My goal is to produce dogs who are aloof but open to strangers, but capable of bitesports, any scent sport, and herding.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include stock, plush, and long coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Quin
Quin 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
“All puppies come with a contract, AKC & UKC registration, vaccine histories, and AKC Reunite Mircochips. The price of puppies will be adjusted in accordance of the achievements of the parent dogs, cost of breeding, and the expected temperaments.”
Contract & health guarantee
Quin 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 Quin 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 Quin directly.
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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Quin.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Tennessee
Other pick-up locations
More about Quin
Club memberships
Quin is a member of Tullahoma Kennel Club, Middle TN Schutzhund Club, Nashvertical Disc Dogs, American Kennel Club, and Murfreesboro Obedience Training Club.
Quin has been a member of Good Dog for 7 months
Quin was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Quin is a trusted Good Dog breeder
von Vielfalt 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
Butter, dad
German Shepherd
About Butter
Butter is a male German Shepherd almost 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Quin decided to make him part of their program. Quin 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
Excellent level
von Vielfalt 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.
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.
Lumbosacral Transitional Vertebra (LTV), 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).
