40+ German Shepherd puppies for sale from ethical breeders near Kannapolis, NC
Raised by Christina P.
Storybook Kennels · 9 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
I breed AKC German shepherds with a focus on health and behavior, family dogs with a focus on service or detection work.
Roxy, mom
Candy, mom
Raised by Stephanie D.
Grace Ridge Shepherds and Corgis · 15 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
Here at Grace Ridge, we love what we do and are committed to producing well-bred, healthy puppies for loving pet homes!
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Male, reserved
Raised by Averiell O.
In Stride Shepherds · 18 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
We’re proud of the healthy, affectionate, and behaviorally well-rounded puppies we raise for other families to love!
Female, reserved
Female, reserved
Raised by Barbara J.
Johnson K9s · 21 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
I breed well-rounded Shepherds for work, sport and for Pet companion homes. My dogs excel in a variety of fields..
1 owner review
We’ve screened nearly every breeder in the U.S.—only 1 in 5 meet our standard for responsible breeding.
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Male, reserved
Raised by Shanna F.
Zuflucht K9s · 22 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
We strive to breed superior quality dogs that will make great companions and protectors for your family.
16 owner reviews
Raised by Michael R.
Michael Roehrenbeck's German Shepherds · 22 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
I produce pups that will continue to excel in their chosen field, whether that be working, showing, or as an active companion.
Moon, dad
Raised by Carla G.
Eisengriff German Shepherds · 25 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
RVT/breeder over 30 years and reproduction tech for over twenty years.
Xander, dad
Xander, dad
Raised by Lisa S.
Lisa Sykes' German Shepherds · 28 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
I strive to produce quality puppies for families that are structurally sound, healthy, intuitive and have wonderful temperaments.
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Raised by Gina V.
Wasserrand · 30 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
I raise German Shepherds with a commitment to healthy dogs, thoughtful placement, and long-term owner support.
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Raised by Britney S.
Vom Snodgrass · 31 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
We understand the responsibility of purposefully breeding in order to do better for the breed and the families that love them!
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Raised by Cherie S.
Moon Dragon Kennels · 40 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
I focus on raising German Shepherds with strong health foundations, early socialization, and careful matching to new homes.
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Raised by Rayna M.
Astral Kennels · 40 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
We offer a guaranteed long loving relationship with a four legged friend that will complete your family ❤️
Male, available
Male, available
Raised by Tricia C.
Masky Kennel · 43 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and intelligence. We strive to produce the best overall pets and family members.
16 owner reviews
Jughead, dad
Josie, mom
Raised by Sam W.
Samtastic Shepherds · 49 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
Breeding for health, temperment, looks, and workability, I strive to produce the best German Shepherd Dog I can.
Female, reserved
Female, reserved
Raised by Nate I.
Grassroots German Shepherds · 49 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
Our dogs are well suited for sport, work, or as family companions in active households.
Female, reserved
Female, reserved
Raised by Kristine H.
Dunkelheit zu Licht German Shepherd K9 · 49 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
I offer top-quality puppies with a focus on health, form, and function. I believe quality is more important than quantity.
1 owner review
Ares, dad
Raised by Lydia H.
Hutchens German Shepherds · 52 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
Following a responsible breeding program, our focus is on keeping our dogs healthy/happy for when they find their forever homes.
Raised by Na N.
N/A · 53 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
I breed German Shepherds to high standards for health, care, and placement, and have been vetted by Good Dog.
Vlad, dad
Aurora, mom
Raised by Daniel W.
Walker Family Shepherds LLC · 56 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
We offer both WGSL and Non Standard Color German Shepherds.
Juno, mom
Dream, mom
Raised by Adrienne W.
Golly-G German Shepherds · 57 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
We strive to produce highly trainable, healthy puppies that can excel as service/therapy dogs, working dogs, and as companions.
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Raised by Wendy O.
Triple C Kenne · 61 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
Our precious pups are home-raised. We put a lot of care into socializing them so they can transition easily into their new lives.
Badger, dad
Raised by Kathy V.
Kaeginart's GSD · 70 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
We love our dogs and what we do, and we strive to make each puppy a great contribution to his or her forever home.
Delilah, mom
Boyce, dad
CPRaised by Carla P.
Stone Creek Farm · 75 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
Our German Shepherds love to run and play on our small, family farm. They make wonderful companions to our family.
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Raised by Natalie P.
Higher Ground Shepherds · 84 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
We raise our puppies with total care and attention so they can become well-socialized and loving additions to their forever homes.
Ruger, mom
Raised by Niki F.
Blumenhaus German Shepherd Dogs · 86 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
Quality puppies from health-tested, temperamentally sound, conformationally correct parents with strong working drive.
Raised by Catherine G.
Alford German Shepherds · 88 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
We are huge animal lovers and have a special place in our hearts for our dogs. We want to provide top-quality beloved companions.
Gunnie, mom
Raised by Cheryl M.
Von Mathausen German Shepherds · 88 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
I offer imported blood lines known for correct conformation and working ability.
Male, reserved
Raised by Dale G.
Von Zorhaus · 90 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
We offer top quality pups from health tested parents with a championship working pedigree. Proper conformation and bone structure.
2 owner reviews
Lexie, mom
Raised by Cornil D.
Cornil Dariy · 92 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and intelligence. We strive to produce the best overall pets and family members.
Mocha, mom
Chase, dad
Raised by Jeniffer T.
Czech out Doc’s Shepherds · 92 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
Our mission is to raise healthy, happy, adorable German Shepherd puppies and connect loving families with their new best friends!
Raised by Tina B.
TriBach German Shepherds · 92 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
We’re devoted to breeding healthy German Shepherds for others to enjoy and we do so by responsibly growing this incredible breed.
Raised by Monique G.
Apex GSD Specialists · 92 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
We strive to produce highly trainable, healthy puppies that can excel as service & therapy dogs, working dogs, and as companions.
Geronimo, dad
Sheba, mom
Raised by Laura G.
Laura's German Shepherds · 92 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
We decided to start breeding to share the best possible puppies with excellent personalities, temperament, and most of all health!
Baela, mom
Scout, dad
JPRaised by Jamie-Lee P.
Kingston’s Shepherds · 92 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
We responsibly breed, raise, and socialize healthy pups so others can enjoy the gift of living life with a German Shepherd!
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Raised by Candice V.
Varju German Shepherds · 92 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
We are huge animal lovers and have a special place in our hearts for our dogs. We want to provide top-quality beloved companions.
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Raised by Kayla V.
Little Farm Homestead · 92 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and intelligence. We strive to produce the best overall pets and family members.
Bruno, dad
Anni, mom
Raised by Ronny B.
Vom Burmeister Kennel · 92 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
Our breeding program emphasizes health testing and quality genetics, with a focus on temperament, working skills, and training.
Po, mom
KERaised by Kathy E.
EEK Ranch Puppies · 92 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
Our precious pups are home-raised. We put a lot of care into socializing them so they can transition easily into their new lives.
1 owner review
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Raised by Siiri P.
Show Stopping Shepherds · 92 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
We’re so excited to be able to help families experience the longtime loyalty of welcoming a new puppy into their lives!
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Raised by Katherine B.
Katherine's German Shepherd Dogs · 92 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
We’re proud of the healthy, affectionate, and behaviorally well-rounded puppies we raise for other families to love!
Raised by Odell C.
Von Coley Haus · 92 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
Our dogs work hard, play hard, love hard, and are part of the family. Our pups are prepared to excel within their forever homes.
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AHRaised by Ashley H.
Living Waters Shepherds · 92 miles away from Kannapolis, NC
We love to responsibly raise and train our puppies so they have the tools to be well-rounded, beloved family members.
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Zuflucht K9s
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Shanna has been amazing to work with and very knowledgeable and responsive. Our pup is doing amazing and is so intelligent. The premises were clean and the dogs...
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Buyer’s Guide
Nationally, prices usually range from $1,500 to $2,500. While it may cost more up front, starting with a healthy puppy can help you avoid costly issues later. These ranges reflect the care behind responsible breeding and offer a reliable view of what ethical breeding really costs.
About the German Shepherd
Any roster of heroic and famous dogs is dominated by German Shepherds. From early iconic movie stars Strongheart and Rin Tin Tin, to Buddy the first Seeing Eye dog, on to the thousands of GSDs deployed to fight in every American military action of the 20th century, German Shepherds have inspired, improved, and saved countless lives. As much as they’ve made an impact in so many public ways, their greatest contribution is no doubt is their role as a family protector and loyal companion to countless people. It’s no wonder they’ve been among America's most popular breeds for decades. Learn more
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of German Shepherd puppies in Kannapolis, NC?
Prices for German Shepherd puppies for sale in Kannapolis, NC vary by breeder and individual puppy. On Good Dog today, German Shepherd puppies in Kannapolis, NC range in price from $1,900 to $3,000. Because all breeding programs are different, you may find dogs for sale outside that price range.
What is the average size range of German Shepherd puppies in Kannapolis, NC?
The expected weight range for male German Shepherd puppies in Kannapolis, NC is 65 to 90 pounds. The expected weight range for female German Shepherd puppies in Kannapolis, NC is 50 to 70 pounds. Because size and weight may vary based on individual dogs, your dog may be outside of that range.
Do German Shepherd need a lot of exercise in Kannapolis, NC?
Most German Shepherd puppies in Kannapolis, NC will be moderate energy. As German Shepherd puppies in Kannapolis, NC may be moderate energy energy, they may benefit from around 30 - 60 minutes of exercise every day.
How much do German Shepherd puppies in Kannapolis, NC shed?
German Shepherd puppies in Kannapolis, NC are a high shedding breed. However, it's possible that a dog's level of shedding may vary by individual puppy.
Can I adopt a German Shepherd from a rescue or shelter?
On Good Dog, you can search for German Shepherd puppies or dogs in rescues and shelters near Kannapolis, NC. Adopting a German Shepherd from a shelter or rescue in Kannapolis, NC is generally less expensive than buying a puppy from a breeder with ethical practices. Across the United States, there are dedicated rescues that specialize in specific breeds and may even help transport a German Shepherd dog to you in Kannapolis, NC from another part of the country. Although it can be more cost-effective, adopting the exact breed you're looking for is typically more difficult than working with a responsible breeder. Learn more about adopting a dog from a shelter or rescue.
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