Recognition, Affiliations & Partners of Program

Good Dog’s Commitment to approve Breeding programs. Rated from Good to Excellent. We are recognized as a preferred breeder through Good Dog. (Check out our ratings!)

  1. Breeding practices
  2. Health Testing & Documentation provided
  3. Physical health of the breeding dogs and puppies
  4. Mental health of the breeding dogs and puppies
  5. Environment
  6. Buyer education and policies

AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T. is a commitment & ability to showcase long term commitments to health & welfare of well-bred pure-bred dogs.

  • HEALTH
  • EDUCATION
  • ACCOUNTABILITY
  • RESPONSIBILITY
  • TRADITION
  • United Schutzhund Clubs of America
  • Reputable German Shepherd Breeders 
  • STS K9 Master View Path Coaching & Certification
  • Puppy Culture Breeder
  • BAB’s Breeder
  • Whelping & Medical Intervention Coursework
  • Invaluable Multigenerational Mentors
  • Raising your puppy with Micheal Ellis
  • Verein für Deutsche Schäferhunde (SV) e.V

& continued education about best practices in the German Shepherd breed.

We are a reputable breeder of German Shepherd puppies at Golden Ridge Farm in Upperco, Maryland