German Shepherd Puppies For Sale Near Bay Area

Nadelhaus German Shepherds

Nadelhaus German Shepherds is a German Shepherd breeder near the Bay Area. We breed our dogs to the world standard, adhering to the rules of the Verein für deutsche Schäferhunde (aka, SV or German Shepherd Association). Our breeding program has earned the the highest level of accomplishments that a kennel in the United States can achieve. Founded by Traci Needles, Nadelhaus has been breeding German Shepherd dogs for nearly 30 years.

The German Shepherd dogs we breed are from 100% pure bloodlines and we are a member of the GSDCA-WDA and the SV of Germany. We have black and red German Shepherd puppies for sale all year round and we sell our dogs all throughout California and the Bay Area.

See what our Bay Area customers have to say

"I love Nadelhaus German Shepherds. They brought us our Phoebe and we couldn’t be happier. We are so grateful for our stunningly beautiful and incredibly smart pup. She is amazing and turns heads wherever we go. I recommend Nadelhaus to anyone looking for a quality GSD! They deliver on their word!"

Corina Bonelli, Concord, CA,

"The most critical element when buying a GSD is temperament. My vet said in his 40 years of working with GS’s he’s never taken care of one who has such a great disposition. I wouldn’t trust any other Breeder. I bought the most gorgeous German Shepherd from Nadelhaus. He just turned nine years old. Don’t try another breeder (seriously). I actually put money down on a dog but when I went to their location and listened I knew I could only buy from them. BEST part. He’s so smart, I mean it looks like I trained him but he already knows what to do. He is also very gentle to other people and animals. I listened to Traci and she said you start training them when you bring them home. I did and it was so worth it. I’ll have to post pics."

Kimberly Patton, South Bay Area, CA,

"Tracy at Nadelhaus got me the German Shepard dog of my dreams. This dog is truly everything I wanted, dreamed off and much more. Tracy has also been there for me throughout the entire process and responds quickly to my relentless questions. My girlfriend also got a puppy from Tracy and she is happy as well. I literally can't go 2 feet without being mobbed by people going nuts over this puppy. Even the vet said he's the most beautiful GSD puppy she ever saw."

Ron M., San Francisco, CA,

"Get your dog from a place that cares about responsible dog breeding. Our dog has excellent temperament. Get your dog from a place that breeds for good temperament. Get your dog from a place that is a one stop shop for training and boarding. Nadelhaus has excellent customer service through out the years. Even though we live in the Bay Area and drive 3 hours to Nadelhaus, it is worth it."

Jon Lee, Alameda, CA,

"Duke is a year already! We couldn't be happier with our Nadelhaus Shepherd. Traci picked the perfect dog for my family. Great disposition, physically healthy, and structurally put together like a true German Shepherd quality dog should be. Can't say enough about the ongoing support from Nadelhaus. Many texts and calls for guidance this year. Love you Traci!"

The Castro/Medina Family, San Francisco, CA,

"We got our handsome guy, Rambo, from Nadelhaus German Shepherds. He is absolutely one of the most beautiful things I have seen in my life. In addition to being absolutely gorgeous, he has amazing temperament and is a hit with kids and adults. He is our own nanny dog! We are so glad we went with Nadelhaus, and will definitely go back to Traci for our next pup. We are in love with the breed and the amazing Nadelhaus pups! Traci has always answered our questions when we were unsure of things, and has always been responsive!"

Rashmi S., San Jose, CA,

"We got Bailey a year ago and couldn’t be happier with her. Her temperament and size is perfect! We have had other German Shepherds in past but I honestly have to say she is a miracle!! Sweetest German Shepherd ever!!"

Jayne P, San Ramon, CA,

"We have welcomed a total of 3 amazing German Shepherds into our family from Traci. We continue to use Traci for boarding and training. She is an invaluable source. People think we are crazy for driving 2+ hours to board our dogs, but I wouldn't trust anyone else with them."

Betsy Freeman,

"Your GSDs are really smart. Our first day in the garden pruning roses, no matter how far he roamed, when I yelled Klaus's come--95% of the time, he came RUNNING TO ME! Already doing this. Sits before getting his food, walks in a leash for 5 minutes and does not jump--he sites in front of me so that I will lean over and let him know how good he is."

Marilyn, Kentfield, CA,

"I just wanted to thank you for the most lovely, sweet, adorable puppy. Our little Leo is a delight. He slept all the way home in the car, is loving doing his business in the garden already! Last night was a little rough for us. We all slept but you know how that goes. Leo will learn and we will all adjust. We'll be in touch when we have questions, but just wanted to thank you again."

Claudia Mills, Berkeley, CA,

Our services

We have continuous service after the sale of our dogs. All dogs come with a written guarantee and have been vet-checked, socialized, vaccinated to date, de-wormed, temperament-tested by a professional dog trainer, and above all, very much loved!

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES FOR SALE

We breed and sell black and red German Shepherd puppies from 100% German bloodlines. Our breeding program has earned the the highest level of accomplishments that a kennel in the United States can achieve.

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IMPORT GERMAN SHEPHERD DOGS FOR SALE

We sell adult male and female German Shepherd dogs throughout the year. We can also import trained or protection German Shepherds directly from Europe. Contact us for more details and pricing.

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DOG OBEDIENCE AND PROTECTION TRAINING

We offer professional dog training services in Northern California. We offer on and off-leash obedience training, crate training, problem solving training, protection training, service dog training, and therapy dog training.

DOG TRAINING

OVERNIGHT AND SECURE DOG BOARDING

We board dogs of all breeds and your dog will enjoy clean, safe, and quiet accommodations during its stay. Dogs will get supervised playtime with other dogs and have lots of room to sunbathe.

DOG BOARDING

Where we are located

Nadelhaus is located just 2 hours from the North Bay Area

Nadelhaus German Shepherds is located in Northern California, in the city of Corning. Founded by Traci Needles, Nadelhaus has been breeding German Shepherd dogs for nearly 30 years. We breed to the world standard and concentrate on the working ability and structure of the the German Shepherd breed.

Frequently asked questions about our German Shepherds

Where is Nadelhaus German Shepherds located?

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

What makes your German Shepherds different from other local breeders?

We breed to the world standard, adhering to the rules of the Verein für deutsche Schäferhunde (SV), which in English stands for German Shepherd Association. This is the breed club founded in 1899 by Max von Stephanitz, who set the standards of the German Shepherd dog breed. The quality of dogs bred to the rules of the SV is second to none. A West German dog is regulated for its sound mind and body. We focus on breeding our dogs for structure, movement, workability, trainability, hips, elbows, pigment, and coat. Our goal is to to produce the best quality German Shepherd again and again, aiming to better the breed every time we breed our dogs.

Do you sell long haired German Shepherd puppies?

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

Can you ship a puppy to me?

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.

Will I be able to register my puppy with the AKC?

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 microchipped 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.

Will my puppy have its shots?

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 microchipped with an 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.

What to expect with your new German Shepherd puppy

Learn about what to expect with your new German Shepherd puppy. From the moment you arrive at Nadelhaus, get care instructions for traveling home with your puppy, how to care for it, grooming tips, and what to feed your puppy.

WHAT TO EXPECT WITH YOUR NEW PUPPY

We breed to the world standard, adhering to the rules of the Verein für deutsche Schäferhunde (SV). We focus on breeding our dogs for structure, movement, workability, trainability, hips, elbows, pigment, and coat in order to produce the highest quality German Shepherds. All of our dogs come with a written guarantee.

All of our German Shepherd puppies and adults are vaccinated to-date, vet-checked, de-wormed, and microchipped. They are temperament tested by a professional dog trainer. We have continuous service after the sale of our dogs.

Our German Shepherds are socialized with both humans and other dogs and are temperament-tested by a professional dog trainer. Above all, they are very much loved and it shows in the way they are raised and cared for at Nadelhaus.