Elhart K-9's

Puppies/Upcoming Litters

Our Goals For Breeding

  • Balanced Temperament
  • Socialized
  • Healthy German Shepherds
  • Bred to follow German Shepherd Standards in conformation and temperament

Health & Breeding Standards

Breeding takes place only after selected dogs are confirmed to be physically and mentally sound, with full clearance from a licensed veterinarian.

All breeding dogs are x-rayed (at minimum, preliminarily) and submitted to the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) for hip and elbow certification and our import dogs are tested through SV/FCI, ensuring they are free from hip and elbow dysplasia. In addition, dogs are tested for Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) and screened using comprehensive genetic panels to identify potential hereditary conditions.

This careful approach helps ensure the production of healthy, structurally sound German Shepherds suitable for both active companion homes and working roles.

WE WILL ONLY BREED IF there is a demand for puppies or expanding our breeding program

All of our puppies are temperament tested using VOLHARD’S PUPPY APTITUDE TESTING

All applicants are required to complete and submit a Puppy Questionnaire in order to be considered for a puppy or adult dog. This helps ensure each dog is matched with the most suitable home based on lifestyle, experience, and expectations.

Click for Puppy Questionnaire

EXCEPTIONAL quality pups are worth the wait!

Puppy Reservation & Placement

Elhart K-9’s no longer holds waiting lists for upcoming litters without a deposit. All available puppies and dogs will be posted on our website and/or social media.

Placement is first come, first served after the Puppy Questionnaire is submitted, reviewed, and approved.

A non-refundable $400 deposit is required to reserve a puppy or dog. This amount goes toward the final purchase price.

Unless specific pairings have been requested, we will determine litter size, gender once whelped, and then start pairing families with the puppies as they mature.

Please make sure you’ve researched the German Shepherd breed and understand the time, training, and commitment required. We highly recommend starting puppy classes and formal training within the first 4 months and continuing through the first year.

If you have any questions about our dogs or breeding program, feel free to reach out!

Shipping Available Across Canada and USA

Attention USA Applicants

Due to current CDC regulations, all puppies entering the United States must be at least six months of age.

If you’re interested in a puppy and would like to arrange training during the waiting period, please contact us directly to discuss available options.

2026 Winter/Spring

Due to demand for Elhart puppies, our reservations are full for both male and females at this time. If you are interested in a puppy from our 2026 litter, please feel free to fill out the puppy questionnaire and submit. I will review and if approved, will take down your name but no deposit to reserve until the litters are born and a puppy count is determined.

PENDING DEMAND and a few other details – we will be adding a third breeding for 2026. Stay tuned!

MM Litter

Yahzi x Lord

This litter may produce long coat puppies.

Due January 6th, 2026

Pedigree for Yahzie x Lord MM Litter

NN Litter

Fonzie x Viktor

CLIENT DEPOSITS RECEIVED FOR 2026

FEMALE – BLACK

FEMALE – LOBAY

MALE/FEMALE – ONG

FEMALE/MALE – LOEWEN

MALE – CHUDYK

MALE – HORAN

MALE – CAMPAGNA (USA)

FEMALE – BEAZLEY

FEMALE/MALE – USACKIS

FEMALE – BENDIA

MALE (long coat) – LADIPO-AJAYI

MALE – TANASICHUK 2027

CLIENT WAITING LIST FOR 2026

BUT NO DEPOSIT ACCEPTED AT THIS TIME

FEMALE – REMPEL

MALE/FEMALE (ok long coat) – TURNER

MALE – DEGROOT

MALE – HOWES

MALE (puppy or older) – CAMERON

MALE – LOBAY (Alberta)

MALE – NIXON

MALE (therapy dog) – CHWYL

MALE/FEMALE – WOODLAND

MALE – STONE

MALE – CHISHOLM

MALE/FEMALE – ROESTEL

FEMALE – BLOCK

IMPORTANT LINKS

To find a reputable breeder, always ask questions and check off the following list to ensure they have your best interests in mind when choosing a German Shepherd for your family. Click on the below link for questions to ask before making a decision on your puppy.

Finding a Good Breeder

If you have never owned a German Shepherd, please take a minute to read over the link:

Is a German Shepherd a suitable companion for you?

Pricing & Program Sustainability

Puppy pricing reflects the significant costs involved in maintaining a responsible, ethical breeding program. In recent years, we’ve imported dogs from Europe to bring in diverse, high-quality pedigrees. These imports involve not only transportation and import fees, but also ongoing training, veterinary care, and quality nutrition.

All funds from puppy placements go directly back into the breeding program to support the care and wellbeing of our dogs. Jemine works full time, and the breeding program is run out of passion and dedication—not profit. Despite rising costs, we strive to keep our prices fair and reflective of the value and commitment behind each puppy.

$2,700 – $3,000 for limited registration puppies (spay/neuter required), import litters may be an additional cost due to the expense of importing to Canada.

$400.00 non-refundable deposit to reserve your puppy. (Goes towards purchase price of puppy).

$3,500+  for unlimited registration to CKC or AKC registered breeders only upon approval.

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WHAT IS THE PROCESS FOR APPLYING FOR A PUPPY?

Deposits are non-refundable.
However, if a puppy is available and the buyer is no longer able or ready to take the puppy on the scheduled go-home date, the deposit can be transferred to a future litter within the same calendar year or the following calendar year.

Please take time to fill out the Puppy Questionnaire if you are interested in purchasing a puppy from Elhart.

Deposit payment:
Accepted via e-transfer only.

• Applications are reviewed and I may call or text if I have any questions regarding the application.  Sometimes I will also email however, these often go to spam and are overlooked.

• Once puppies are ready to go, the final payment must be provided before puppy leaves Elhart.  This includes pick up of puppies or flying puppy to their new home.  Final payment can be made via: e transfer, certified cheque or cash.

• If the application is approved, I will advise and then request that the client sign the Puppy Deposit Contract that will be available on the Pet Portal. There will be a link provided via email to the Pet Portal.

Deposits are only accepted once the Puppy Deposit Contract is signed.
No holds or reservations will be made without both a signed contract and a $400.00 deposit.

Elhart will be posting and updating weekly in regards to the litters and puppies available via Facebook.

Elhart German Shepherd Puppy Rearing & Placement

  • Raised in a family environment
    Puppies are raised in our home alongside adults, children, cats, and other dogs for well-rounded social development.
  • Early socialization & exposure
    By 7 weeks of age, puppies are introduced to:
    • Crate training
    • Leash introduction
    • Basic manners
    • Car rides
    • Various household and outdoor noises
    • Bathing (often earlier and more than once!)
    • New and strange objects
  • Outdoor potty routine begins at 7 weeks
    (Weather permitting) Puppies go out morning and evening, just like our adult dogs – rain, shine, or snow.
  • Temperament testing
    All puppies are tested using Volhard’s Puppy Aptitude Test, helping us evaluate:
    • Personality traits
    • Social interactions
    • Responses to new stimuli (sounds, strangers, objects)
  • Matching puppies to homes
    • Families must complete a Puppy Questionnaire.
    • Puppies are matched based on temperament, energy level, and the family’s lifestyle and personal needs.
    • No specific puppy is assigned before 7 weeks of age.
  • Puppy visits
    • Families are welcome to visit after puppies reach 6 weeks of age and first vaccinations are complete.
    • Visits by appointment only.
    • For the safety of our puppies, please do not visit after going to another kennel, as illnesses can be easily transferred.
  • Go-home timing
    • Puppies stay at Elhart until at least 8 weeks of age.
    • Some may be held back longer for evaluation as potential breeding prospects.
    • Occasionally, older puppies may be available — started on house training and basic manners.
    • Contact us if you’re interested in skipping the early puppy stage (teething/housebreaking) and would like your puppy to stay on for additional training. **Additional charge applies**

WHAT PUPPY COMES WITH:

  • Socialized with humans, cats and dogs and exposed to noises and strange objects.
  • Raised in house with over 27 years of experience in the breed and rearing puppies.
  • Crate trained from 7 weeks onward, litter trained starting at 4 weeks of age.
  • 6 weeks free pet insurance
  • Microchipped
  • Vet checked by a licensed veterinarian with first shots and wormings completed.  Take home vaccine booklet provided.
  • CKC registered
  • Royal Canin Puppy Pack
  • 33 lb bag of Royal Canin German Shepherd Puppy

Preparing for Puppy’s Arrival

KENNEL – large enough to eventually accommodate puppy when full-grown. Wire kennels with dividers are a great choice that grow with your puppy.

BLANKET – **Do not use braided or woven rugs as puppy might chew and swallow threads. This causes intestinal blockage and sometimes cause death. ** Old towels are the best choice by experience as they are easy to wash. (Down filled comforters and plush dog beds are not recommended! They will chew them up!)

DISHES – water and food – stainless is best to prevent chewing

PUPPY FOOD – Your puppy will come with one bag of Royal Canin German Shepherd Puppy. **We recommend a high quality food for at least the first year of life to give puppy the proper nutrients for development.**

SLICKER BRUSH/NAIL CLIPPERS/EAR WIPES/POOP BAGS

LEASH/COLLAR – Adjustable because he/she is going to grow quickly!

PET SAFE TOYS – Insure you have a few chewing toys and play toys to help with the teething! Plush toys are generally not a safe choice for this breed!

BABY GATE – If there are areas in your home that are not safe for puppy

HOME INSPECTION – Take a few minutes to check for cords, valuables, etc. that might be a potential hazard or make you very upset if puppy decides to explore! Check fences for weak boards and small gaps where puppy could get out. Inspect latches on gates so they close properly, etc.

Breeder Support

Once your puppy leaves Elhart and joins your family, support doesn’t stop there. Ongoing guidance is available throughout your dog’s entire lifetime—whether you have questions about training, daily care, behavior, or anything in between.

  • Questions are always welcome.
    There’s no need to feel embarrassed or hesitate to reach out—especially when challenges arise. Many training issues can be solved quickly when caught early, and we’re here to help.
  • Honest feedback is encouraged.
    Whether it’s positive or constructive, your feedback helps us grow as a breeding program. Health and temperament reports from families are vital in helping us continually improve future breedings.

Stay Connected

We make it easy to stay in touch and follow your puppy’s journey—even if you’re out of province or unable to visit in person.

  • Facebook
    • Main platform for updates and family communication.
    • Weekly photo/video updates posted in litter-specific albums, each identified by letter (e.g., “L Litter,” “M Litter”).
    • Helpful training tips and videos shared regularly.
    • Great way to follow your puppy’s development from birth to go-home day and beyond.
    • We also share family-submitted photos and videos of Elhart puppies growing up in their forever homes. These photos are added to the puppy’s corresponding litter album.
  • YouTube
    • Training videos from past litters, including puppies placed or kept back.
    • If a family is struggling with a particular training step, and a littermate is still with us, we often post custom demo videos to help guide you.
    • These visuals are especially helpful for families who haven’t had a puppy in many years and want to build confidence in their training approach.
  • Instagram
    • A fun space to see photos of our own dogs at Elhart.

Our goal is to ensure you feel supported, confident, and connected—from the day you bring your puppy home and through every stage of life. You’re not just getting a dog—you’re joining the Elhart K9 family.