GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES FOR SALE IN CALIFORNIA

world class German Shepherd Puppies For Sale

Nadelhaus, based in Northern California, has been dedicated to breeding German Shepherd puppies since 1996. Our mission is to carefully match our puppies and dogs with families and homes that complement both canine and human temperaments. The pride we have in our dogs is evident in the meticulous care and upbringing they receive. We specialize in breeding striking black and red German Shepherd puppies, with most having short hair, though we occasionally have long-haired puppies as well.

Our commitment extends far beyond the initial sale. We provide ongoing support for our dogs, and each one comes with a written guarantee. Each puppy undergoes thorough vet checks, socialization, up-to-date vaccinations, deworming, and temperament assessments by professional dog trainers. Above all, they are cherished and nurtured with love. These measures are taken to ensure that our German Shepherds are not only physically sound but also possess exceptional temperaments and dispositions.

UPCOMING GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPY LITTERS for 2024

At Nadelhaus German Shepherds, we breed purebred black & red German Shepherd puppies all year round. View our upcoming litters below.

We can also import purebred German Shepherd puppies direct from Europe. These puppies can come direct from top show lines in Germany, Belgium, Italy, Hungary, and Yugoslavia. Contact us for more information.

JULIA and XAVIer litter

BLACK AND RED GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES

Litter due early January 2025

Xavier Von Babylon - Stud Male for Nadelhaus German Shepherds

ysetta and XAVIer litter

BLACK AND RED GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES

Litter due early January 2025

Xavier Von Babylon - Stud Male for Nadelhaus German Shepherds

terzia AND XAVIER litter

BLACK AND RED GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES

Litter due early February 2025

Xavier Von Babylon - Stud Male for Nadelhaus German Shepherds

We import german shepherd puppies from europe

If you can't find the specific German Shepherd puppy you're seeking, we can also import short hair and long hair German Shepherd puppies from top show lines.

PUPPY TRANSPORTATION NOW AVAILABLE

Nadelhaus now offers puppy transportation between your California location and our Nadelhaus kennels. Our trained driver can transport your German Shepherd to our kennels for puppy purchases, dog training or dog boarding. Trust that your German Shepherd will be transported with care: our driver is knowledgeable about the breed, trained in dog handling and transport, and our transporting service is bonded and insured.

This service is exclusive to Nadelhaus purchased German Shepherds. We do not transport dogs that were not purchased or imported through Nadelhaus.

PUPPY TRANSPORTATION COSTS

Transportation costs are based on mileage for round trips between your location and Nadelhaus.

Pricing below are estimates only. Our transportation services are generally limited to Northern California, but we encourage you to contact us with any inquiries for your location or for a price quote.

  • Greater Sacramento - $150 one-way (estimate)

  • Bay Area - $250 one-way (estimate)

  • Lake Tahoe - $250 one-way (estimate)

 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES

  • Nadelhaus German Shepherds is located in Northern California, near the city of Corning. Our customers come from all over including Sacramento, the Central Valley, the Bay Area, Southern California, and even from out of state. Not only do we breed German Shepherd puppies, we offer puppy and dog training, dog boarding, and can import fully-trained German Shepherds.

  • At Nadelhaus, we adhere to the world standard for breeding, following the guidelines set forth by the Verein für deutsche Schäferhunde (SV), or the German Shepherd Association, established in 1899 by Max von Stephanitz. These standards are the foundation of the German Shepherd breed, and our commitment to upholding them ensures the highest quality dogs. Our focus centers on breeding for superior structure, movement, workability, trainability, strong hips and elbows, rich pigment, and quality coat. Our ultimate objective is to consistently produce top-tier German Shepherds, with each generation aimed at elevating and advancing the breed's excellence

  • Our Puppy Application page will provide you with more information on the application, deposit, and matching process. Once you have read through these steps, you can click through to the application form and view the prices for both Nadelhaus German Shepherd puppies as well as import German Shepherd puppies.

  • If you are not able to pick your puppy up from our facility in Northern California, we can ship a puppy to you. Shipping rates vary by location and include a health certificate vet visit, transportation costs, and an airline approved crate. Contact us for shipping details.

  • Nadelhaus breeds German Shepherds puppies all year round and while the majority of puppies we sell are short coat (aka short hair), we do have occasionally have long coat (long hair) puppies. Check our Puppies & Litters page to see our current and expecting litters. Learn more about long-haired German Shepherds.

  • The German Shepherd puppies we sell at Nadelhaus can be reserved via deposit. If you are interested in skipping the wait list, consider having a puppy imported from Germany. Importing a German Shepherd puppy is a special opportunity to acquire a very beautiful dog with special bloodlines. Both the female mother and male stud are often top V and VA dogs in Germany and come from very popular and highly sought after bloodlines. If you are interested in importing a puppy, simply fill out the same puppy application and click the checkbox that you would like to import a puppy.

  • All of our puppies receive their vaccinations and are de-wormed to date. They are vet checked at six weeks old. Your puppy will also be micro-chipped with an American Kennel Club (AKC) Reunite microchip before leaving Nadelhaus. Puppy owners must enroll their dog’s microchip ID number with their contact information so that they can be reached if their dog is found. Visit akcreunite.org for more information.

  • All German Shepherd puppies purchased at Nadelhaus are registered with the AKC (American Kennel Club). When purchased, owners will leave here with their puppy’s AKC paperwork in hand. Owners must complete their portion of the paperwork and mail in the registration to the AKC along with the proper fee. We have some puppies born to German imports, so we must mail the paperwork to owners post-purchase. In addition to your AKC registration, your puppy will also be micro-chipped with an AKC Reunite microchips. Puppy owners must enroll their dog’s microchip ID number with their contact information so that they can be reached if their dog is found. Visit akcreunite.org for more information.

  • Read our What to Expect With Your New German Shepherd Puppy article to learn how to care for your new puppy. Our article covers care from the moment you pick up your puppy at the Nadelhaus kennels, to feeding, common issues, introduction to other dogs in the home and more.

introducing the nadelhaus learning center.

Join and learn directly from Nadelhaus founder Traci Needles, who has over 25 years of experience breeding and training German Shepherds.

Over 65 videos on the following topics covering German Shepherd puppies, housebreaking, crate training, obedience, feeding, grooming, wellness, and much more. New videos to be added every month.

Nadelhaus Learning Center - Education for Training German Shepherds and Puppies

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LEARN ABOUT GERMAN SHEPHERDS

  • We strictly adhere to the world standard for breeding, following the guidelines set by the Verein für deutsche Schäferhunde (SV). Our primary focus is on breeding German Shepherds that exhibit exceptional qualities including structure, movement, workability, trainability, hip and elbow health, pigment, and coat quality, all aimed at achieving the highest standards of excellence. Every one of our puppies is accompanied by a written guarantee.

  • Our German Shepherd puppies are meticulously maintained with up-to-date vaccinations, thorough vet examinations, regular de-worming, and microchipping for identification. In addition, they undergo comprehensive temperament testing conducted by a professional dog trainer. We take pride in our commitment to providing ongoing support and assistance to our customers after the adoption process. Furthermore, our puppies receive ample socialization to ensure they grow up well-adjusted and ready to thrive in their new homes.

  • With nearly 30 years of experience, Nadelhaus is a trusted name in German Shepherd dog breeding. Our rigorous selection process ensures that only the most outstanding parent dogs with impeccable pedigrees contribute to our breeding program. From birth, we provide meticulous care and nurturing to every puppy, aiming to preserve and enhance the exceptional qualities of this remarkable breed. This commitment reflects our ongoing mission to maintain and enhance the qualities that make the German Shepherd breed extraordinary.