Mittelwest German Shepherds

We got our male GSD from Mittelwest in July 2025 and couldn't be happier. He came home already crate trained, responding to German commands, and with a rock-solid temperament. Julie and her team clearly put in the work before we even picked him up. He's also stunning - beautiful coat, excellent structure, and that classic West German sloping topline. People stop us constantly to comment on how handsome he is. What's impressed us most is the ongoing support. We've continued training with their

Update: It's Feb. 2026 and Greta has turned into the best dog we could ever ask for. She's incredibly intelligent, gorgeous, sweet as can be, and such a great addition to the family. I can't say enough good things about Mittelwest. They really do have the best GSDs you can find. We will definitely go through them again when we're ready for another German Shepherd! March 2025: Gorgeous dog and so sweet. Took about a month of daily training to get her over her fears and uncertainty with other dog

It really saddens me when I read all of the great experiences everyone else has had. Then there is mine. We purchased our dog in 2020. We got second pick and were happy initially. Even though he came home with diarrhea needed antibiotics right away. Then, as he got older, the allergies started. I first reached out to Julie to inform of the issues and I was told “I don’t breed dogs with allergies!” Well, I had him tested and provided unequivocal evidence to support. She replied with, “I’m assumi

I couldn't have asked for a more amazing puppy than the little guy I got from Mittelwest Shepherds. The folks there were so helpful (and very patient with answering my laundry list of questions). I chose Mittelwest because their priority is breeding healthy shepherds. I don't live locally and wasn't able to drive out to pick the puppy up but Julie recommended an awesome pet transport (flight nanny) service. Since I have never used one before I was a little stressed but they made the whole proce

Seriously one of the best (if not THE best) Shepherds we've ever owned. We got Barron in December 2024. He has the most amazing temperament, is a constant playmate to our two small children, loves to wrestle with my husband, and cuddles with his mom (me!) He was exceptionally easy to train and way easier to socialize than most Shepherds we've had. Already thinking about getting him a litter sister in the future!