I'm the breeder behind Kleiner Bach German Shepherds located in Dresser, WI. Kleiner Bach German Shepherds is a small, selective breeder of top working line German Shepherds. Our breeding dogs are carefully chosen, keeping in mind pedigree, proven working lines, health, longevity, and stable temperaments. They're also pleasing to the eye! My dogs are bred and raised by me, a Veterinarian, and I strive to produce the best of the best, which is always of utmost importance. My goal is to provide well-balanced, versatile dogs that you can train and live with!
About Lesley
I am a life-long animal lover, German Shepherd enthusiast, and Veterinarian. I am very passionate about this breed and want to ensure that each one of my pups goes to enriching and loving homes. I produce dual-purpose dogs that make excellent family companions. I have a lot of experience and education with this breed, and I look forward to sharing my knowledge with others!
What makes Lesley’s program special
I am a premier, home-based breeder of top-quality German Shepherds. I do not breed my dogs unless they are fully healthy, first and foremost. I also look for great temperaments, magnificent pedigree and workability, and phenomenal representations of the breed standard. Each and every one of my puppies is lovingly hand-raised by me. I strive for quality and excellence with everything that I do. Holding myself to high standards is paramount to the well-being of my dogs and to the integrity of my program!
Lesley is a member of a club
German Shepherd Dog Club of America
Lesley’s certifications & recognitions
Licensed Veterinarian
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Lesley has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. Together, you'll choose the puppy that's right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Puppy prices range from $1,800 - $3,000 and include a refundable deposit of $300.
“Also included are all relevant vaccinations, deworming, a microchip, AKC Registeration, and a health guarantee. Deposits are refundable if I am unable to fulfill your request or provide you a puppy.”
Lesley may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Lesley offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Lesley directly.
Puppies are exposed to a variety of stimuli including strangers, children, other pets, livestock, a variety of surfaces, agility equipment, and more! I utilize the following enrichment methods: Basic Manners, Crate Training, Initial House Training, Various Surfaces, Sound Stimulation, Household Desensitization, Various People, Socialized with Other Animals, and Socialized with Adult Dogs.
Puppies receive age-appropriate preventative health care, a certificate of Veterinary Inspection, and a health form.
We send our puppies home with Volhard Personality Test, Vaccinations, Toy with Mom's Scent, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Puppy Collar, Microchip, Food Starter Bag, Certificate of Health, Bone, Blanket with Mom's Scent, Blanket with Littermates Scent, and AKC Registration.
Kleiner Bach German Shepherds meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
German Shepherd
German Shepherd
About Fera
Fera is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lesley decided to make her part of their program. Lesley has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
German Shepherd
About Ula
Ula is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lesley decided to make her part of their program. Lesley has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
German Shepherd
About Kwik
Kwik is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lesley decided to make him part of their program. Lesley has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
German Shepherd
About Riggs
Riggs is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lesley decided to make him part of their program. Lesley has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
German Shepherd
About Esa
Esa is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lesley decided to make her part of their program. Lesley has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
German Shepherd
Excellent level
Kleiner Bach German Shepherds reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for German Shepherds.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Temperament Test
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).