Austerlitz

German Shepherds

producing healthy companion dogs is our top priority

Austerlitz German Shepherds is a legacy breeder of German Shepherd Dogs.  Founded in 1990 we have bred  over 75 litters, always home raised, and bred to the FCI breed standard.   While our dogs have excelled in the show ring and on the trial field, we are most proud of their qualities as companion dogs in today’s demanding world.    Our dogs are carefully and thoughtfully bred to be wonderful companion dogs with correct, moderate,  athletic structure, and robust health to carry them soundly through their long lives.    “Pet” homes are never second best here, or an afterthought, and instead are the complete focus of our breeding program, which now spans over 30 years and 6 generations of home bred mother and sire lines. 

Meet Our Dogs

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We have a full schedule for 2025! 

  • 2025 Puppies

  • 2026 Breedings

  • Puppy Purchase Process

Thank you to everyone who made our 2025 season such a success!   We had way more puppies than we expected and that means we made some wonderful new friends.    While all the puppies have been settled now you can visit the Available Dog page to see if any training hold backs are still available.   We are making plans now for next year, please let us know if you are planning on a puppy in 2026!    We ARE hoping for a beagle litter in 2026 so if you are considering a beagle please let us know! 

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Experience Matters


Susanne Shelton

40 years experience training dogs
35 years in the German Shepherd Dog
35 years competing in show & sport
30 years breeding German Shepherds 
20 years training professionally
15 years as an AKC Breeder Of Merit 
9 years as a Puppy Culture Breeder

Rebecca Pinkston

20 years experience training dogs
30 years in the German Shepherd Dog
20 years competing in show and sport
10 Years breeding German Shepherds
10 Years as a Puppy Culture Breeder
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