I'm the breeder behind Waldrand Kennel LLC located in Nekoosa, WI. It’s important to us that we continue to improve our program and share our knowledge with our buyer families. We want to better the breed through thorough health testing and selective breeding decisions.
About Karie
I began training dogs at 9 years old and in 2012 started training police k9s. Law enforcement is where my passion lies and the ability to use dogs in applications is what drives me.
What makes Karie’s program special
I am striving to produce dogs that are true utilitarian animals. Dogs that are ready and willing to work hard but also cuddle up on the couch. Fierce protectors that are stable around children, and possess good natural instinct.
Karie is a member of a club
United Schutzhund Clubs of America
Orange
Female • Went Home Jan. 8, 2023
German Shepherd
Red (right)
Male • Went Home Jan. 8, 2023
German Shepherd
Blue
Male • Went Home Jan. 8, 2023
German Shepherd
Yellow
Male • Went Home Jan. 8, 2023
German Shepherd
Green
Female • Went Home Jan. 8, 2023
German Shepherd
Planned German Shepherds from TBD and Audi
Due Jan. 2025. Ready Mar. 2025
Planned German Shepherds from Chase and Bean
Due Sept. 2025. Ready Nov. 2025
Planned German Shepherds from TBD and Audi
Due Jan. 2025
Ready Mar. 2025
Planned German Shepherds from Chase and Bean
Due Sept. 2025
Ready Nov. 2025
Karie 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 $2,000 and include a deposit of $500.
“Puppies are placed by their needs. I will not place a working prospect in a pet home. All puppies are the same price and sold on limited. I complete microchip and registration for owners. Refundable in most situations, or transferable to other litters.”
Karie 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 Karie 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 Karie directly.
I take vacation from work and dedicate all my time to giving puppies the best start to life. Pups will be exposed to children, dogs, noises, surfaces, vehicles, water, and anything else available to me during this time. I utilize the following enrichment methods: 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, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, and Various sounds.
Puppies will be up to date with all vaccines and worming schedules when they leave me. All will be vet checked prior to leaving for their new homes.
We send our puppies home with Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Microchip, Registration, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Sound and texture enrichment, Early Neurological Stimulation, Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. , Vaccinations, Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, Puppy Starter Kit, Puppy Leash, Puppy Collar, Microchip, Certificate of Health, Food Starter Bag, and AKC Registration.
Karie offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
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.
Work with a trusted transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
Why Karie started breeding
I got into German shepherds in 2012 when I began a mentorship under Larry Filo of Steinig Tal Kennel in WI. Since then I have been researching and planning my first litter which will be born mid Nov 2019. My bloodlines are ones I'm familiar with when placing K9s into police departments.
Karie has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Karie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Karie’s program includes four colors
Karie’s German Shepherd puppies include sable, black and tan, black, and bi-color. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Karie’s program has one coat type
Karie’s German Shepherd puppies have stock coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
Karie’s links
Waldrand Kennel LLC meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
German Shepherd
German Shepherd
About Bean
Bean is a female German Shepherd over 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Karie decided to make her part of their program. Karie 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.
Good health testing
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Hip Dysplasia Prelims (registered with OFA), +1 more
German Shepherd
About Audi
Audi is a female German Shepherd over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Karie decided to make her part of their program. Karie 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.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more
German Shepherd
About Cobra
"Cobra" is a larger, compact bitch full of personality. Driven in her work yet phenomenal in the home-she is a pleasure to have around. This bitch has a temperament that is a true example of what a German Shepherd Dog should be. Friendly towards people yet naturally suspicious when appropriate, she isconfident without having to exert herself onto others. There aren't any situations that I haven't had complete trust in her judgement. Cobra is in training to achieve her IGP2, after passing her IGP1 in July 2020 with scores of 72-86-91! We also plan to start training and trialing in American Schutzhund. She will hopefully be getting her conformation rating and breed survey in 2023.
Great health testing
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more
German Shepherd
Great level
Waldrand Kennel LLC 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.
DNA Profile, Full Embark 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).
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.