Z Tykev Vino LLC

Kari R.

Breeder of German Shepherds

  • Buffalo, WV
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies and older dogs

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Ready now

6 years old · Female

Upcoming litters

Maestro
Ash

Planned German Shepherd litter

Due May 2026

Ready July 2026
Nero
Diva

Planned German Shepherd litter

Due Aug. 2026

Ready Oct. 2026
Nero
Ash

Planned German Shepherd litter

Due Nov. 2026

Ready Jan. 2027

Meet the breeder

I'm Kari R., the breeder behind Z Tykev Vino LLC located in Buffalo, WV. We are dedicated to producing exceptional, healthy German Shepherds that can excel in professional settings and in the home. We breed with a focus on temperament and ability, and we only breed dogs that are healthy and have proven themselves to be outstanding at their jobs. Our puppies are adaptable and trainable, and we train and socialize them while they are with us to prepare them for their future roles. These dogs can do it all, and we make sure to foster that versatility beginning from the moment they're born.

Q. & A. with Kari

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Kari

Kari 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.

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 include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $2,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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"Price includes comprehensive vet exam, first vaccines, dewormings, and contract with 2 year hip and elbow guarantee. ESI/ENS. Transportation available at buyers expense. Deposit is due upon confirmation of pregnancy. All of our puppies are the same price regardless of color or gender. We sell our puppies as 1st pick male, 2nd pick male etc. Picks aren’t made until 6 weeks old after Volhards temperament testing is completed. Only exception for deposit refund is if she doesn’t have enough puppies to satisfy pick amount — or your deposit can be transferred."

Contract & health guarantee

Kari 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 Kari 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 Kari directly.

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What's included

    • From Good Dog
      • Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
      • 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
      • Puppy Training Program & private community
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • AKC registration
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kari.

Breeder's location

Meet in Buffalo, WV

4266 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Yeager Airport

4263 miles away

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More about Kari

  • Club memberships

    Kari is a member of Wv Working K9 Club and Working Dogs of America.

  • Kari has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Kari was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Kari’s links

Kari is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Z Tykev Vino LLC 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Z Tykev Vino 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 (Preliminary), 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 (Preliminary), 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).

Verified owner stories

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

  • HH

    Hull H.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

    Puppy has a great temperament. Breeder health test and titles her dogs. She was very responsive and honest.

    CH

    Chris H.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2024

    Kari was extremely responsive and very helpful throughout the whole process! She was also very accommodating as to finding the perfect area to meet her. We were also happy to receive updates and photos beforehand. We had a great experience and can highly recommend her as your future German Shepherd breeder :)

  • QUIDO D.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2025

    HI I HAVE NO REGRETS. I NAME HER SWEETIE. SHE IS A SMART K LITTLE GIRL. THE WEATHER IS CAUSING HER POTTY TRAINING TO ME SLOWER THAN NORMAL, UT NOT HER FAULT. SHE IS MUCH BETTER. I LOVE HKW SHE PLAYS WITH ME. I ALSO HAVE A CAT SAMMY WHO ALL BACK LIKE HER. SAMMY HADE TO TRAIN HER HOE TO BEHAVE WITH HE. AFTER A FEW HISS AND YELPS FROM SHE SHE LEARNED. NOW THEY EST FRIENDS. SHE EVERYTHING I WOULD LIKE AS MY COMPNION. I COULD NOT BE PLEASE ANY BETTER. I DO NOT SEE A Y FUTURE PLOBLEMS YET. GREAT DOD.

    DG

    Diane G.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2023

    I had an awesome experience with the breeder. Kari answered all my questions and followed up to see how the puppy was doing in her new home. She puts a lot of time and care into her litters and we couldn’t be happier with our sweet Matilda!

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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.