Northwinds German Shepherds

Raised by Pamela H.

Certified Breeder of German Shepherds

  • 3 club memberships • Preferred Breeder
  • 100% response rate • Responds within a few hours

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Northwinds German Shepherds located in Wausau, WI. Bold and beautiful, our GSDs excel in every venue asked of them. Northwind puppies can be found in search and rescue, therapy dog, rally, conformation, agility, barn hunts, dock diving and more. Please reach out and see if one of our pups may be perfect for enriching your life.

Pamela’s experience

  • About Pamela

    At Northwind’s we love to share our passion for this amazing breed. Our family is active in local clubs, 4H, juniors, conformation and enjoy barn hunts, agility, scent work, therapy dog visits and more. Our dogs aren’t just a hobby but also a lifestyle. We believe a german Shepherd should be able to work all day, compete at shows on the weekends and sleep with your kids each night. A dog with correct structure, who is environmentally sound and versatile will shine in any venue you chose to take them.

  • What makes Pamela’s program special

    We believe in the total dog. One that not only looks good but also is intelligent, loyal, confident and knows the difference between a friendly stranger and a potential threat and acts accordingly. Ours dogs are community sound and with proper training quickly become a valuable member of the family. A lifetime of love and loyalty comes with each Northwind’s puppy.

  • Pamela is a member of 3 clubs

    German Shepherd Dog Club of America, Central WI Canine Sports Club, United Schutzhund Clubs of America

  • Pamela’s certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder of Merit, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T.

Newborn & upcoming litters

Newborn German Shepherds from Quolt and Contra

Born Feb. 2025. Ready Apr. 1

Newborn German Shepherds from Quolt and Contra

Born Feb. 2025

Ready Apr. 1

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Getting a puppy from Pamela

Pamela 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.

Price

Puppy prices range from $2,500 - $3,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500.

“Northwind puppies are vet checked, microchipped and each pup comes with a puppy pack including vet/health info, bag of food, treats, toys, blanket with mom and littermates scent and 24/7 breeder support. $500 non refundable deposit to hold puppy. Deposits may be transferred to a future litter if circumstances warrant.”

Contract and health guarantee

Pamela 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 Pamela 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 Pamela directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

All of our puppies are raised inside our home with lots of love, early neurological stimulation, proper nutrition, health care, exposure to various other animals and children along with general life chaos. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Various sounds, Car rides, Surface & tactile stimulation, Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Socialized in new places, Socialized with children, Socialized with farm equipment, horses, ponies, cows, ducks and chickens. , exposure to agility tunnel, wobble board and other novel items, positive experiences in all situations, Potty opportunities on various surfaces, start of puppy recall with treats, Outdoors, e.g. rain, Various Surfaces , Early Neurological Stimulation, Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Elderly, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Children, and Daily interactions with new and novel items and situations to instill confidence .

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Puppy health practices

Puppies are fed a quality diet of raw and high quality kibble. Pups are dewormed at 2,4,6 and 8 weeks of age. All Puppies are vet checked and certified heathy before leaving with age appropriate vaccines given by our vet and clear stool samples.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Puppy starter kit, Registration, Initial potty training, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, Microchip, Welcome Home bag, Microchip, Food Starter Bag, Certificate of Health, Blanket with Littermates Scent, Blanket with Mom's Scent, AKC Registration, and Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. .

Bringing your puppy home

Pamela offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Wausau, WI or nearby

If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.

“We use reputable ground shipping along with Air Flights. Delivery possible to nearby states.”

Get your puppy dropped off to you

Work with a trusted transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at a meeting point close to home.

More about Pamela

  • Why Pamela started breeding

    My love for the breed began years ago when I met my first working German Shepherd through a mentorship at a local ranch. Since then the breed has had my heart, respect and admiration. There is no other breed as versatile, loyal and loving as a well bred German Shepherd.

  • Pamela is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder

    Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.

  • Pamela has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years

    Pamela was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Pamela’s program includes four colors

    Pamela’s German Shepherd puppies include black and red, bi-color, black, and sable. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Pamela’s program has two coat types

    Pamela’s German Shepherd puppies include plush and stock coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.

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Pamela is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Northwinds German Shepherds meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Meet Pamela's parent dogs

All breeds

German Shepherd

Parent health testing

German Shepherd

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Northwinds 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.

  • Canine Good Citizen (CGC), 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.

  • Full Embark Panel, DNA Profile, DNA Disease Panel, 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Pamela to bring home their puppies.

  • EK

    Erika K.

    Nov. 2024

    We have had an amazing experience with Northwinds German Shepards. Pamela is very organized and was awesome to work with. She helped us get the perfect puppy for our family.

    Amy O.

    Oct. 2024

    Pamela has been a joy to work with from the moment I messaged her. She has been very transparent, honest, knowledgeable and kind. She is always available to answer any questions. ...

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    Emily D.

    Aug. 2024

    Pamela was amazing to work with and was quick to respond to all of my emails. She definitely knows her breed well and has been supportive even after we brought Xena home. Our puppy is awesome and...

    DG

    Don G.

    Aug. 2024

    We recently adopted a female bi-colored German Shepherd Dog puppy from Pamela Hendrickson of Northwinds GermanShepherds. I have trained and competed with German Shepherd working dogs since the 1980's...

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