Southeast Breeders?

GsdLoverr729 · 11-20-2011, 02:30 PM

Well, my mother and Aunt have decided that they are keeping my lab mix, Motomo, because when we got him they had to sign the shelter adoption forms (I was only 13 so he had to be under their name). So now I'm down to just Dakoda and Kaliska (my Egyptian Mau mix kitten). Koda hates being the only dog in the house, so I have opted to start looking for a new companion for her! I was hoping to see if there were any reputable breeders in the Southeast U.S. (in Georgia, Florida, Alabama, North/South Carolina, or Tennessee).

I googled, but I wanted some opinions from everyone here (: I was hoping for another German working line shepherd, so that he fits with all the other shepherds I've had (Dakoda gets along better with males despite being spayed lol, I guess it's because she grew up with males). Koda is the 3rd shepherd I've personally owned, and the other two (may both of my babies rest in peace) were also working lines! (:

I was hoping to get one between 6 months and 3 years old, rather than get a brand new baby puppy. I walk 5-10 miles a day and it would kill me to have to leave him at home when I took Dakoda on account of shots. I also take Koda to work with me, and would be doing the same with the new shepherd sooo he needs to be old enough to go with me lol (ties into shots).

FOR THE RECORD: Before anyone starts telling me to go to the shelter, I did have a dog picked out there and was planning to get my parents to take me. But they pulled their "We own Motomo" stunt and I realized that if they sign the papers (I'm still 17) that I'm not going to be able to keep him with me. It's pretty ridiculous. Luckily, my best friend adopted him the day before he was supposed to be put down

On that note, I've actually made so many trips to the shelters lately with Koda at my side, and different friends, that the people there just grin and joke with me that I'm pretty much working there. Koda's probably made around 20-25 new friends at the shelter, at least 10 of which have been adopted by my friends (: I have a whole album on facebook dedicated to getting word about the dogs there out x.x I know that was off topic, but I'm on a bit of a sugar-high right now and Koda's silly "talking" to me has me a bit scatter-brained.

holland · 11-20-2011, 02:33 PM

Heres a new and different response where is the south east-I'm geographically challenged

GsdLoverr729 · 11-20-2011, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by holland

Heres a new and different response where is the south east-I'm geographically challenged

Lol!!! I listed out my state, as well as the surrounding ones. Basically, any state within driving distance :P
Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, North/South Carolina, Alabama. (:

katieliz · 11-20-2011, 02:41 PM

do breeders sell to underage buyers? not sure about that. it kills me that you're in georgia and want to buy instead of rescue. i would fight for your right to your own choice tho. heavy sigh.

Emoore · 11-20-2011, 02:45 PM

Our very own Kleinen Hain is in Kentucky. Kleinen Hain German Shepherds - Home
I've heard really good things about Sequoyah German Shepherds in TN Sequoyah German Shepherds

bocron · 11-20-2011, 02:50 PM

Here's where my husband and I both got our most recent dogs. Not sure if they will have older pups, but you can always email and ask I guess.

Hillview Kennels - German Shepherd Breeders

kleinenHain · 11-20-2011, 03:05 PM

I know of a few breeders in Ga. One has a litter on the ground right now. Also a female in Ga. that was bred to my boy Ike, just waiting to see if that breeding took. Send me a PM

GSD Fan · 11-22-2011, 07:05 PM

I too recommend Sequoyah and Hillview, but both of those breeders are located in TN.

Holmeshx2 · 11-22-2011, 10:00 PM

umm can I repeat a question already asked... how many breeders will sell to a 17 year old? You can not legally sign any agreement if I'm not mistaken? I know this is rough but honestly I'd wait til you are 18 not sure you can do anything at your age. I know pretty much every state you can not enter into any binding agreement until you are 18 and any reputable breeder makes you sign a contract same as rescues so obviously would just keep going back to the fact you legally can't sign the agreement and obviously don't want your parents signing for you (and I don't blame you one bit on that one)

Rei · 11-22-2011, 11:37 PM

Will also reiterate - you cannot enter a legally binding contract until you are 18.

That being said, I purchased my dog at age 15 and my breeder was fully aware of my age, but also of the fact that my parents and entire family were behind me, and that the ownership would legally go to my mother. Breeders are willing to work with minors, but as far as legal ownership goes, you will not be legally in possession of the dog.

In my situation, my entire family recognizes that the dog is mine and will remain mine, and wherever I go, my dog comes with me. It has worked out well for us.

Do you plan to wait until you are at least 18 to get this dog?

11-20-2011, 02:30 PM	#1 (permalink)
GsdLoverr729 Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Cartersville, Ga, USA Posts: 1,527	Southeast Breeders? Well, my mother and Aunt have decided that they are keeping my lab mix, Motomo, because when we got him they had to sign the shelter adoption forms (I was only 13 so he had to be under their name). So now I'm down to just Dakoda and Kaliska (my Egyptian Mau mix kitten). Koda hates being the only dog in the house, so I have opted to start looking for a new companion for her! I was hoping to see if there were any reputable breeders in the Southeast U.S. (in Georgia, Florida, Alabama, North/South Carolina, or Tennessee). I googled, but I wanted some opinions from everyone here (: I was hoping for another German working line shepherd, so that he fits with all the other shepherds I've had (Dakoda gets along better with males despite being spayed lol, I guess it's because she grew up with males). Koda is the 3rd shepherd I've personally owned, and the other two (may both of my babies rest in peace) were also working lines! (: I was hoping to get one between 6 months and 3 years old, rather than get a brand new baby puppy. I walk 5-10 miles a day and it would kill me to have to leave him at home when I took Dakoda on account of shots. I also take Koda to work with me, and would be doing the same with the new shepherd sooo he needs to be old enough to go with me lol (ties into shots). FOR THE RECORD: Before anyone starts telling me to go to the shelter, I did have a dog picked out there and was planning to get my parents to take me. But they pulled their "We own Motomo" stunt and I realized that if they sign the papers (I'm still 17) that I'm not going to be able to keep him with me. It's pretty ridiculous. Luckily, my best friend adopted him the day before he was supposed to be put down On that note, I've actually made so many trips to the shelters lately with Koda at my side, and different friends, that the people there just grin and joke with me that I'm pretty much working there. Koda's probably made around 20-25 new friends at the shelter, at least 10 of which have been adopted by my friends (: I have a whole album on facebook dedicated to getting word about the dogs there out x.x I know that was off topic, but I'm on a bit of a sugar-high right now and Koda's silly "talking" to me has me a bit scatter-brained. __________________ Kymmey Dakoda~ 4/29/10 Black & Tan (Bright Points & Silver Ticking) GSD R.I.P.~Cheeko, Dronimoe, Kiba

11-20-2011, 02:41 PM	#4 (permalink)
katieliz Crowned Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: york township, mi Posts: 6,323	do breeders sell to underage buyers? not sure about that. it kills me that you're in georgia and want to buy instead of rescue. i would fight for your right to your own choice tho. heavy sigh. __________________ mom to seraphina blue & the cashman miss jeni-take-a-ride, rescued 7/07 shangri la's great white caesar, rescued 4/09 hearthside's cinderfella (RIP 4/20/09) shep von bellefontaine (RIP 6/9/10) voodoo lily (dsh) & cricket (african grey)

11-20-2011, 02:45 PM	#5 (permalink)
Emoore Crowned Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: North DFW, TX Posts: 9,214	Our very own Kleinen Hain is in Kentucky. Kleinen Hain German Shepherds - Home I've heard really good things about Sequoyah German Shepherds in TN Sequoyah German Shepherds __________________ Rocky vom Backyard- 10 years young Kopper vom Felssclucht Bach - 17 months At the Bridge: Cash van der Animal Shelter 2006-2010

11-20-2011, 02:50 PM	#6 (permalink)
bocron Elite Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Milton, Georgia Posts: 1,458	Here's where my husband and I both got our most recent dogs. Not sure if they will have older pups, but you can always email and ask I guess. Hillview Kennels - German Shepherd Breeders __________________ Annette Holbrook www.coppercreekdvg.com- All Breed Schutzhund Club Home of Umarek von Hugelblick, my good luck charm!

11-20-2011, 03:05 PM	#7 (permalink)
kleinenHain Knighted Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,941	I know of a few breeders in Ga. One has a litter on the ground right now. Also a female in Ga. that was bred to my boy Ike, just waiting to see if that breeding took. Send me a PM __________________ CGC Evaluator/ Free testing for Rescue dogs Klenien Hain http://kleinenhain.weebly.com/ U-CD Nomex vom Gebirgshaus SAR,BH,TD-2,VCD2,RAE,CDX,MXJ,AX,VER,NAP,NJP,CGC ( Retired ) Enzo z Blitz vom Kleinen Hain CGC NA,NAJ,OA,OAJ,AX,BN,CD

11-20-2011, 02:33 PM	#2 (permalink)
holland Crowned Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 3,630	Heres a new and different response where is the south east-I'm geographically challenged

11-22-2011, 07:05 PM	#8 (permalink)
GSD Fan Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: MS Posts: 1,128	I too recommend Sequoyah and Hillview, but both of those breeders are located in TN.

11-22-2011, 10:00 PM	#9 (permalink)
Holmeshx2 Elite Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Ft. Bragg, NC Posts: 1,646	umm can I repeat a question already asked... how many breeders will sell to a 17 year old? You can not legally sign any agreement if I'm not mistaken? I know this is rough but honestly I'd wait til you are 18 not sure you can do anything at your age. I know pretty much every state you can not enter into any binding agreement until you are 18 and any reputable breeder makes you sign a contract same as rescues so obviously would just keep going back to the fact you legally can't sign the agreement and obviously don't want your parents signing for you (and I don't blame you one bit on that one) __________________ Jinx vom Wildhaus

11-22-2011, 11:37 PM	#10 (permalink)
Rei Master Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Beaverton, Oregon Posts: 780	Will also reiterate - you cannot enter a legally binding contract until you are 18. That being said, I purchased my dog at age 15 and my breeder was fully aware of my age, but also of the fact that my parents and entire family were behind me, and that the ownership would legally go to my mother. Breeders are willing to work with minors, but as far as legal ownership goes, you will not be legally in possession of the dog. In my situation, my entire family recognizes that the dog is mine and will remain mine, and wherever I go, my dog comes with me. It has worked out well for us. Do you plan to wait until you are at least 18 to get this dog? __________________ Trent - 2/20/09 German shepherd dog Bree - 2/11/08 Tuxedo DLH cat

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