Windy Knoll Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Linda B., the breeder behind Windy Knoll Shepherds located in Schenectady, NY. We are home-based breeders dedicated to bringing healthy, smart, quality pups into the homes and hearts of their forever families. Our focus is on breeding top-quality, healthy German Shepherds, and we emphasize temperament and longevity in our breeding decisions. We love our dogs and puppies and are proud of their accomplishments!
Q. & A. with Linda
Why did you start breeding?
We adore this breed, and starting a breeding program felt like the right decision. We hope to help families find their puppies from responsible and ethical sources to help build a better and safer world for our dogs.What makes your program special?
Our puppies are raised with love in our home, and we strive to help each one grow up with confidence so they are ready to leave with their new families. They are affectionate, intelligent, and cute as can be!Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Linda
Linda has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
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
Contract & health guarantee
Linda 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 Linda 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 Linda 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
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 Linda.
Breeder's location
Meet in Schenectady, NY
318 miles away
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More about Linda
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Linda has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Linda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Linda is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Windy Knoll 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
Madchen, mom
German Shepherd
About Madchen
Madchen is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Linda decided to make her part of their program. Linda 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.
Bean, dad
German Shepherd
About Bean
Bean is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Linda decided to make him part of their program. Linda 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.
Piper, mom
German Shepherd
About Piper
Piper is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Linda decided to make her part of their program. Linda 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.
Wenzel, dad
German Shepherd
About Wenzel
Wenzel is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Linda decided to make him part of their program. Linda 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
Good level
Windy Knoll 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 (Preliminary), 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 (Preliminary), 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.
