I'm Mary C., the breeder behind Von Wulfgeist Shepherds located in Rochester, MN. We are a small in-home breeding program of loving, family companion White Swiss Shepherds and long coat German Shepherds. Each puppy is greatly loved by us! We ensure they are socialized, healthy, and prepared to excel in their forever homes. Since the health of our dogs is the most important factor for us, we do not breed them without health testing and OFA certification. We can't wait to get to know you!
Q. & A. with Mary
Why did you start breeding?
Although we are fairly new to breeding, we are enthusiastic about ethically sharing our love for White Swiss Shepherds and long coat German Shepherds with the world. We are passionate about our dogs and have built that love and respect for the breed into every aspect of our program.
What makes your program special?
The health of our dogs comes first and foremost. We test all of our dogs and believe in quality over quantity. We're committed to only breeding dogs that meet the strict guidelines for quality that we have deemed appropriate for these wonderful breeds.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
German Shepherd puppies include black and liver. 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.
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Mary
Mary 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 $2,000 - $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“An application fee is required. The fee is collected after the puppies are born and the buyer's application has been approved. This fee is nonrefundable for buyers.”
Contract & health guarantee
Mary 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 Mary 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 Mary directly.
Von Wulfgeist 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
All breeds
German Shepherd
Berger Blanc Suisse
Ikon, dad
German Shepherd
About Ikon
Ikon is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mary decided to make him part of their program. Mary 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.
Cici, mom
Berger Blanc Suisse
About Cici
Cici is a female Berger Blanc Suisse. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mary decided to make her part of their program. Mary 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.
Cici, mom
Berger Blanc Suisse
About Cici
Cici is a female Berger Blanc Suisse. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mary decided to make her part of their program. Mary 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.
Doc, dad
Berger Blanc Suisse
About Doc
Doc is a male Berger Blanc Suisse. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mary decided to make him part of their program. Mary 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.
Veyda, mom
German Shepherd
About Veyda
Veyda is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mary decided to make her part of their program. Mary 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
Berger Blanc Suisse
German Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Von Wulfgeist 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 Berger Blanc Suisses.
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.
Full Embark Panel
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).