- Breeds
- German Shepherd
- Address
- 498 Mountain Rd, Strasburg, VA 22657
- Nearest city
- Harrisonburg, VA, 46 mi
- Phone
- (703) 869-2684
- Website
- northmountainkennels.com
- Rank in VA
- 2 of 34 German Shepherd breeders
About North Mountain Kennels
North Mountain Kennels is a German Shepherd breeder in Strasburg, Virginia, about 46 miles from Harrisonburg, VA. It has 94 public reviews with an average of 4.9 out of 5, and reviewers most often mention "knowledgeable breeder", "crate training" and "smart dog". Among the 34 German Shepherd breeders we list in Virginia, it is number 2 by rating and number of reviews.
In their own words
We specialize in ethically bred working-line German Shepherd Dogs and structured training programs based on temperament, genetics, and clear leadership. Puppies are placed through drive and temperament matching, not size or appearance, to ensure suitability for the home and purpose. Our program focuses on strong nerves, stable working traits, and proper foundations from an early age. Training services emphasize structure, clarity, and relationship-based leadership rather than quick fixes. Not all dogs or homes are a fit for working-line dogs, and placements are made responsibly with long-term success in mind. Located in the Shenandoah Valley, Virginia, serving clients regionally and beyond.
From the breeder's business profile. We have not verified these claims: ask for the paperwork.
What reviewers mention
- knowledgeable breeder13
- crate training5
- smart dog5
- confident puppies4
- dog boarding with training2
- puppy updates2
Number of public reviews that mention each topic.
What they say they offer
- Also listed for training
Taken from their business profile, not verified by us.
What we checked
- Has its own website
- 94 public reviews, average 4.9
- The owner manages this business listing on Google
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German Shepherd
- Origin
- Germany
- Also called
- Alsatian, GSD
- Breeders listed
- 881 in the US
- Typical puppy price
- $3,000 (most charge $2,000 to $3,900)
Before you call a German Shepherd breeder
- Health results for both parents. Good German Shepherd breeders test for hips and elbows, and a DNA test for degenerative myelopathy (DM), and show you the paperwork.
- See the mother with the litter, in person or on a live video call, not only photos.
- A real breeder asks you questions about your home and schedule, and often has a waitlist.
- Never wire money or pay with gift cards or crypto before you have seen the puppy. That is how most puppy scams work.
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Questions
Does North Mountain Kennels have German Shepherd puppies for sale?
North Mountain Kennels breeds German Shepherd. Litters come and go, so call (703) 869-2684 or check northmountainkennels.com for available puppies, upcoming litters and waitlists. Never pay before you have seen the puppy, in person or on a live video call.
Where is North Mountain Kennels located?
498 Mountain Rd, Strasburg, VA 22657, about 46 miles from Harrisonburg, VA. Many home breeders only receive visits by appointment, so call before you go.
What do reviews say about North Mountain Kennels?
It has 94 public reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5. The topics reviewers mention most are knowledgeable breeder (13), crate training (5), smart dog (5) and confident puppies (4).
What should I ask North Mountain Kennels before buying a puppy?
Ask to see the health results of both parents (for German Shepherds: hips and elbows, and a DNA test for degenerative myelopathy (DM)), meet the mother with the litter, and get the contract and any health guarantee in writing.