Breeder recommendation - NJ, PA, NY, DE, MD or VA

VLgroark · 01-10-2012, 01:42 AM

I'm looking for a breeder recommendation in the NY tri-state area or in the surrounding areas to Northern Virginia. We are looking for a male and we would prefer a solid black GSD with a plush coat but we are more interested in temperament than appearance. We are probably looking for sometime in the Spring as my husband is overseas in Afghanistan until mid-March. We are looking for a family pet with a protective streak.

Also, my husband is in the foreign service so we live overseas for big chunks of time... would this be a problem for a breeder?

Thanks in advance for any help.

GSDBESTK9 · 01-10-2012, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by VLgroark

Also, my husband is in the foreign service so we live overseas for big chunks of time... would this be a problem for a breeder?

Not as long as the dog goes with you every where and you don't dump it at a shelter or rehome it with the excuse of having to move overseas.

VLgroark · 01-10-2012, 01:39 PM

The dog will DEFINITELY be going with us!

Dust of the Sun · 01-10-2012, 01:59 PM

For God's sake skip the breeder...there are tons of fabulous pure-bred gorgeous GSDs including Blacks and Plushes that are being killed BY Animal Control everywhere...I live in Virginia and got a classic black and tan that was one day away from being euthanized...totally first rate in appearance and temperment. http://southeastgsdrescue.com they also have an even more active Facebook Page.

Every day more and more of these wonderful animals are killed due to irresponsible j$%^&ss humans. How can you go to a breeder when a great shepherd will die because you need the ego of an expensive breeder dog....I don't know how anybody that does that can sleep at night. LOOK INVESTIGATE HAVE A HEART

I'll make no apology for this post...in fact I've toned down what I really think.

**gsdraven** · 01-10-2012, 02:08 PM

Way to come in with a bang, DotS. Rescue is a great way to go if that is what you are looking for but it's not for everyone. Buying from a responsible breeder does not cause a shelter dog to die. And that will be the last thing said on the subject of breeder vs rescue in this thread.

And in case you are wondering, I have 2 foster dogs in my home right now and my male GSD is a failed foster. I whole heartedly support rescue and am very active with 2 rescues but I also support responsible breeding.

VLgroark · 01-10-2012, 02:34 PM

I've never purchased a dog or a cat in my adult life. I've had a rescue Rott, Pitt, 2 Labs and a Beagle mix, as well as 3 cats. I recently lost the beagle; he was 15 and had been the lone dog for 2 years. We were working with a rescue group. We had picked a dog and passed all the inspections. Things were going well until the dog lunged at my 4-year-old son and bit him in the face. If my husband hadn't been holding the dogs collar at the time, it would have been BAD. I hate to say it, but I really need a puppy that can be with us from the beginning and doesn't have a past. I cant tak the risk with my 2 children and 2 cats. Working with a reputable, working dog breeder is the route I've chosen to take.

VLgroark · 01-10-2012, 02:48 PM

And I have to add that I take offense to the fact that you, Dust of the Sun, assume I am only buying from a breeder for my ego... As if that's the only reason to buy a dog from a breeder. Maybe you should have a clue of what you're talking about before you jump to conclusions and attack someone you don't even know.

jesetta_1980 · 01-10-2012, 03:05 PM

Wasn't there just a thread the other day, something like keep your opinions to yourself? I can't really remember exactly what it was but basically this is a classic case. Someone comes on here lookinng for information, and could be chased away by someone elses "EGO." I hope the OP finds the information they are looking for. Good luck to you. There are a lot of people on here that will be able to help you

MountainGSDs · 01-10-2012, 03:44 PM

Shepherds

Hollow Hills vom hohlen Hgel German Shepherd Dogs

Janry Kennels (Stewartsville,NJ)

Alkarah - Quality AKC German Shepherd Dogs

RO-JON/VON MOYER HAUS

Dekka Haus | Quality German Shepherd Puppies - Breeders - Philadephia - Scranton - Harrisburg

von Wolfstraum Working German Shepherds Schutzhund Sport

Eichenluft German Shepherd Dogs

also
Kromerhaus Kennels (610) 767-7480

991 Pear Rd, Walnutport, PA 18088

stacey_eight · 01-10-2012, 04:54 PM

She's in central VA, but I recommend Blackthorn.
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01-10-2012, 01:42 AM	#1 (permalink)
VLgroark New Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 5	Breeder recommendation - NJ, PA, NY, DE, MD or VA I'm looking for a breeder recommendation in the NY tri-state area or in the surrounding areas to Northern Virginia. We are looking for a male and we would prefer a solid black GSD with a plush coat but we are more interested in temperament than appearance. We are probably looking for sometime in the Spring as my husband is overseas in Afghanistan until mid-March. We are looking for a family pet with a protective streak. Also, my husband is in the foreign service so we live overseas for big chunks of time... would this be a problem for a breeder? Thanks in advance for any help.

01-10-2012, 01:59 PM	#4 (permalink)
Dust of the Sun New Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 6	Get a RESCUE DOG For God's sake skip the breeder...there are tons of fabulous pure-bred gorgeous GSDs including Blacks and Plushes that are being killed BY Animal Control everywhere...I live in Virginia and got a classic black and tan that was one day away from being euthanized...totally first rate in appearance and temperment. http://southeastgsdrescue.com they also have an even more active Facebook Page. Every day more and more of these wonderful animals are killed due to irresponsible j$%^&ss humans. How can you go to a breeder when a great shepherd will die because you need the ego of an expensive breeder dog....I don't know how anybody that does that can sleep at night. LOOK INVESTIGATE HAVE A HEART I'll make no apology for this post...in fact I've toned down what I really think.

01-10-2012, 02:08 PM	#5 (permalink)
gsdraven Moderator Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Mont Co, PA Posts: 4,626	Way to come in with a bang, DotS. Rescue is a great way to go if that is what you are looking for but it's not for everyone. Buying from a responsible breeder does not cause a shelter dog to die. And that will be the last thing said on the subject of breeder vs rescue in this thread. And in case you are wondering, I have 2 foster dogs in my home right now and my male GSD is a failed foster. I whole heartedly support rescue and am very active with 2 rescues but I also support responsible breeding. __________________ Jamie Raven (GSD) - December 8, 2007 Kaiser (GSD) - November 2009 Lead The Way Life's Abundance

01-10-2012, 04:54 PM	#10 (permalink)
stacey_eight Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Fredericksburg, VA Posts: 266	She's in central VA, but I recommend Blackthorn. Welcome to Blackthorn Working German Shepherds __________________ Stacey Zeke (Blackthorn's Nemo, CGC) GSD~6/8/10 *Levi* AmBulldog Mix~ 10/2002-9/2010 *Tanja* Belgian Malinois~ unknown-5/2007

01-10-2012, 01:39 PM	#3 (permalink)
VLgroark New Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 5	The dog will DEFINITELY be going with us!

01-10-2012, 02:34 PM	#6 (permalink)
VLgroark New Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 5	I've never purchased a dog or a cat in my adult life. I've had a rescue Rott, Pitt, 2 Labs and a Beagle mix, as well as 3 cats. I recently lost the beagle; he was 15 and had been the lone dog for 2 years. We were working with a rescue group. We had picked a dog and passed all the inspections. Things were going well until the dog lunged at my 4-year-old son and bit him in the face. If my husband hadn't been holding the dogs collar at the time, it would have been BAD. I hate to say it, but I really need a puppy that can be with us from the beginning and doesn't have a past. I cant tak the risk with my 2 children and 2 cats. Working with a reputable, working dog breeder is the route I've chosen to take.

01-10-2012, 02:48 PM	#7 (permalink)
VLgroark New Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 5	And I have to add that I take offense to the fact that you, Dust of the Sun, assume I am only buying from a breeder for my ego... As if that's the only reason to buy a dog from a breeder. Maybe you should have a clue of what you're talking about before you jump to conclusions and attack someone you don't even know.

01-10-2012, 03:05 PM	#8 (permalink)
jesetta_1980 Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Martinsburg WV Posts: 42	Wasn't there just a thread the other day, something like keep your opinions to yourself? I can't really remember exactly what it was but basically this is a classic case. Someone comes on here lookinng for information, and could be chased away by someone elses "EGO." I hope the OP finds the information they are looking for. Good luck to you. There are a lot of people on here that will be able to help you

01-10-2012, 03:44 PM	#9 (permalink)
MountainGSDs Banned Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 176	Shepherds Hollow Hills vom hohlen Hgel German Shepherd Dogs Janry Kennels (Stewartsville,NJ) Alkarah - Quality AKC German Shepherd Dogs RO-JON/VON MOYER HAUS Dekka Haus \| Quality German Shepherd Puppies - Breeders - Philadephia - Scranton - Harrisburg von Wolfstraum Working German Shepherds Schutzhund Sport Eichenluft German Shepherd Dogs also *Kromerhaus Kennels (610) 767-7480* *991 Pear Rd, Walnutport, PA 18088*

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