Here’s a link to a brief overview of hip dysplasia in dogs.

Spaying and neutering— it really is a castration and hysterectomy!

Check out this informative article:
Why I’ve Had a Change of Heart About Neutering Pets

When thinking about the care for your German Shepherd puppy through vaccinations, all buyers should do their own research. It is our recommendation that owners should consider only the core shots. Here’s why:

We encourage you to take the time to read the information at the links below. Many people have done extensive research on this topic, and we’re providing these to help you make informed decisions on your beloved pet.

Do NOT use Trifexis!!! It causes death in dogs and puppies!

https://www.facebook.com/TrifexisKillsDogs

Important Dog Vaccination Links

http://www.shirleys-wellness-cafe.com/AnimalWellness/Petvacc
http://www.knowbetterpetfood.com/are_we_vaccinating_too_much
http://www.1800petmeds.com/education/symptoms-vaccine-side-effects-dog-cat-45.htm
http://floridaminiaturedachshunds.webs.com/vaccine-protocol

From another reputable breeder Lilspups:
See the “Vaccine Protocol” on my website. I always tell puppy buyers to do the 3 year Rabies instead of the yearly. I also tell them that vaccines are not necessary every year. That too much actually lowers the immune system instead of building it. It’s a shame what vets do for a few extra bucks—actually a lot of extra bucks. Now a days, some make their clients do heart worm tests every year even though the dog is on heart worm meds. Greedy people. Of course the vaccine companies are making a goodly amount on their sales too.

Always ask your breeder first. They should be the most knowledgeable resource on the breed and the personality of the puppy you are getting from them.

BEWARE German Shepherd Import female black and red sold by Spartan K9

We purchased 3 bred dogs from Kelle Sullivan DBA Spartan K9 also known as sullivanhaus in Fort Meade, Florida. Payment was required before me being able to see the dogs, and photos of nice dogs were sent. Kelle bragged how big the litters were in each dog and that each dog and litter was healthy.

What we received was 3 dogs with NO required by law health certificate!! One was a skeleton. 2 dogs were shipped almost a month after receiving payment and almost FULL term. 2 had DEAD LITTERS!!!!!

Costs to me were almost $10,000. Kelle Sullivan has received $6,995 & $1,550 from me, and she was charged with 3 misdemeanor charges! NO refunds were given, even though one dog was returned after needing 2 surgeries! Vet bills exceeded $2,000.

Seller Kelle Sullivan at Spartan K9 sullivanhaus offered a rebreeding to a dog that could NOT be rebred. BEWARE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Beware before you consider Spartan K9 GSD from Kelle Sullivan of Ft. Meade, Florida

Had Kelle Sullivan, a Florida State worker FWC, obeyed the Florida Law that Protects Consumers, the dog she was selling would NOT have passed the Fl Statute 828.29 Pet sale exam, and I would of been spared the trauma on Christmas Day—surgery to save dogs life!!

Linda,

Birdie and Bogie are wonderful dogs!!
They have received their CGC & Agility titles.
We are now working on Advanced Agility.
We love our dogs!!

Cindy

Hello Linda and Emma!

Sorry it has been so long for an update! I hope you can see in the picture that she is just growing every day and getting absolutely smarter everyday! My vet says she is a perfect pup; our puppy class trainer says she has had really good breeding; and of course you know that we think she is pretty wonderful too!

She came here house trained (thank you so much) and we are working on her little manners and she goes in her crate easily, she is making and holding eye contact with me, sits on command, and waits patiently for food.
When we take her outside at night she has her cute little gsd stance if there is something she isn’t sure of and isn’t fearful of anything! And she goes wherever I go! She does want to grab my ankles sometimes but she is learning that if she does I will walk away from her and she does not like that at all! She greets all her visitors that have come to meet her with kisses and a wagging tail!

The two older dogs are very patient with her and love to play! I was a little worried at first, but shouldn’t have been!

Thank you so much for our sweet Abby Clare!
Delmar, Barbara, Rebecca and Cameron

Hi Linda and Emma.

Midnight is doing SO wonderfully! What a super, super dog. He is 8 months old now and around 70 pounds. We have had individual training at home and also in a class being held at our local veterinarian’s office. He gets compliments all the time on his excellent behavior. Everybody remarks on how “calm” he is, and how he is not a barker. When I walk him, sometimes other neighborhood dogs are running around loose and they come up to him. He is NEVER aggressive. He is always looking to be friendly and meet new dogs. Even if he is provoked, he does not attack other dogs. He always looks to me for a command, and he is very focused, with excellent eye contact. He is a pleasure to walk and play with. We go down to a nearby field in my subdivision and throw balls. He’s very good at fetching! I don’t let him get too tired, though, because it’s so hot out and he is black. The one funny thing about him is that he’s a very sloppy drinker! I sometimes wonder if any of the water makes it into his mouth!!!

Recently, we were over at my sister-in-law’s house, and there were other dogs around. A little 2 year old girl wandered into the room where I was staying with the dogs, and she began to pull the other dogs’ ears and tails. I didn’t know what her name was, and she didn’t speak English, so I couldn’t get her to stop. I yelled for someone to get her parents so they could get her to stop hurting the dogs. Do you know that she grabbed Midnight’s forehead and squished it, before I could stop her, and he did NOTHING! He was so patient and good. The other dogs yelped and snapped at her, but he was so generous with the child. It’s good to know he has this wonderful, balanced temperament.

We can take him for walks along Park Avenue in Winter Park, where it is very dog friendly, and he stays with us at the restaurant while we eat on the patio and enjoys a milk bone or chew toy. He’s a great dining companion. Most people don’t even know he’s around, unless they want to say how beautiful he is. German Shepherds get a lot of attention.

I just wanted to update you on our wonderful puppy. My mom routinely checks your web site for new puppies in case you have any females who are more tan than black. She likes the Rin-Tin-Tin style. I’m very happy with my dark doggie. He’s SO beautiful.

Hope you and Emma are well!

Elaine, Tom, Garret, and Marina Federico
Elaine Gail Federico, M.A., N.C.C., L.M.H.C. 
Oviedo, FL 32765

Linda,

Attached are some photos of Soldat. He is currently certified as a Service Dog, but as a Trainer for Police and Military Dogs I have done some detection work with him and tested his drives in all aspects. He has good balance and stability in his drives, while with minimal stim he rises to the occasion with civil agitation (with full fight drive) or will hunt with the best of detection dogs. The detection work to follow in another e-mail is a mail searching exercise. Please feel free to contact me for any other information I have.

Thanks,
Trooper Rick Cicero
K-9 Drug Detector Trainer

Kale is now the Mascot for our Softball team, seen here licking the Umpire for the Sheriff’s Department!