Zwinger vom Patiala
Meet the breeder
I'm Ajay S., the breeder behind Zwinger vom Patiala located in El Sobrante, CA. I strive to produce only the finest quality dogs who not only have outstanding conformation but have matching personalities. Adhering to the national club standard for recommended health screening tests is paramount to our dogs’ wellbeing and my personal integrity.
Q. & A. with Ajay
Why did you start breeding?
I launched my breeding program with the goal of producing a pup that I could compete with.What makes your program special?
We love the breed and have bred multiple dogs that have become a part of other peoples' excellent breeding programs.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, black, and black and tan. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Ajay
Ajay 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 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Pay over time with Klarna.
Contract & health guarantee
Ajay 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 Ajay 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 Ajay directly.
Always communicate and pay on Good Dog.Learn more
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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Ajay.
Breeder’s location
Meet in El Sobrante, CA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at San Francisco Airport
More about Ajay
Club memberships
Ajay is a member of Bay Area Schutzhund Club, German Shepherd Dog Club of America, and United Schutzhund Clubs of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Former Northwestern Region Breed Warden for USCA.
Ajay has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Ajay was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Ajay’s links
Ajay is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Zwinger vom Patiala 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
Buddy, dad
German Shepherd
About Buddy
Buddy is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Ajay decided to make him part of their program. Ajay 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.
Alfa, mom
German Shepherd
About Alfa
Beautiful, intelligent and loving black German Shepherd Female. She is very stable, loving and expressive.
Masti, mom
German Shepherd
About Masti
Masti is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Ajay decided to make her part of their program. Ajay 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.
Xarra vom Patiala, dad
German Shepherd
About Xarra vom Patiala
Xarra vom Patiala is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Ajay decided to make him part of their program. Ajay 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.
Ucon, dad
German Shepherd
About Ucon
Ucon is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Ajay decided to make him part of their program. Ajay 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.
Xarra, mom
German Shepherd
About Xarra
Xarra is a female German Shepherd over 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Ajay decided to make her part of their program. Ajay 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Zwinger vom Patiala 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), Dominant Black DNA Test
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).
