Process of selecting a German Shepherd Puppy
 First to start your journey to expand your knowledge of the German Shepherd.
DOG ORGINAL PURPOSE:Â Herding, protection
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TYPES:Â Â West German Show lines, East German working lines, DDR, American show lines, Czech working lines
HEIGHT:Â 22 to 26 inches
WEIGHT:Â 55 to 100 pounds
COAT:Â Stock coat and Long coat
COAT COLOR: Most colors are acceptable, such as bicolor, black and red, black and tan, black and silver, solid black, gray, sable. (Note that blue, liver or white are unfavorable based on breed standards.)
LIFE SPAN:Â 9 to 14 years
TEMPERAMENT:Â Intelligent, courageous, alert, bold, loyal, protective, confident
ORIGIN:Â Germany
GOLDEN RIDGE GERMAN SHEPHERDS:Black & Red West German Showlines. Authentic German Quality standard, of previous & current proven championship German Shepherds ancestral bloodlines Above all the quality of temperaments is of the utmost importance. Our dogs are noticeably more intelligent, obedient , confident and gentler than most litters you ‘ ll come across .
See our German Shepherd Qualities page for more information on the German Shepherd breed and the importance behind the requirements we have for our breeding dogs.
Waiting List:
Estimated Duration: 6 to 12 Months.
Collaboratively decided to plan a future delightful litter of German Shepherd puppies. Many prospective owners have specific criteria to ensure they find the perfect match for their new companion. This is the planning phase
These list are not by number but by detail of the best suited match. Please know that details such as Sex, Coat type, Purpose are essential to knowing which list is better suited.Â
Reserved List:
Estimated Duration: Approximately 1 to 6 months.
A limited number of customers will be accepted for each upcoming litter. A puppy will be reserved. This relationship will evolve as we engage through provided updates regarding the development of the litters.
Once you have decided to purchase a Well-bred, purebred German Shepherd. We want to ensure we are the right breeder for you. Every breeder has different values & philosophy. We want the best possible outcome for our puppies in health, temperament & happiness.
 Golden Ridge GSD Practices:
- Breeding Healthy Companions & more
- Health Testing every generation
- Proven & Clear Minded Genetics Foundation
- Real result based Temperment Testing & Evaluations
- Proven Puppy Curriculum
- Excellent Environmental Influences
- High Quality NutritionÂ
- Breeder with H.E.A.R.T. Recognized
- Puppies raised in a true family/home environmentÂ
- Generations of Knowledge & Support
- Continues Research & Education about the Breed
- Breeder Support
- Reputation & Trust
Each litter is priced individually by the accomplishments of the direct lineage.
- The waitlist and reservation fees are non-refundable but may be transferred prior to the litter reaching four weeks of age. We also reserve the right to terminate and refund the waitlist or reservation at our discretion. (Our priority is to provide the best possible homes for our dogs and puppies, safeguarding their well-being.)
- Waitlist $500.00(Applied to the total cost.)
- Reservation $1,000.00 (Applied to the total cost.)
- Puppy Payments due at 7 weeks of age. (After visit or FaceTime based buyer preference.)
- Please note Sales Tax for the state of Maryland is 6%.Â
Please conduct thorough research and recognize that we will not compromise our breeding program by settling for subpar standards. In the United States, it is imperative for buyers to establish expectations for quality by supporting breeders who adhere to ethical practices and maintain high standards across generations.
Meeting breed standards is crucial for safeguarding the reputation of this breed for future generations, while also ensuring that puppies receive the best possible foundation for their lives.
Payments are accepted via Zelle, check, or cash.
Reservations and Waiting List: Upon approval, instructions for the selected payment method will be provided.
Final payments for puppies are requested at seven weeks of age, following an in-person visit or a FaceTime consultation, depending on the buyer’s preference. (Checks must clear the bank before puppy pick up.)
For more information, please visit our page detailing the selective breeding process and the methods we use to raise our puppies at Golden Ridge in Upperco, Maryland.
