I'm B.j. M., the breeder behind What a Heart Wants located in Shelbyville, TN.


B.j. 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.

B.j. 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 B.j. 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 B.j. directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from B.j..
Meet in Shelbyville, TN
556 miles away
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B.j. has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 year
B.j. was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

What a Heart Wants meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

German Shepherd
About Stormy
Stormy is out of Czech German bloodlines with Champions and titles in her 2 large Pedigrees Police working bloodlines even temper

German Shepherd
About Savage
Savage is a sweet lovable gentle gsd with even temperament akc regeneration import Siberian/ Canadian Show and Police lines DNA Ofa on pedigrees super smart
Good level
What a Heart Wants 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.
DNA Disease 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).