- Breeds
- German Shepherd
- Address
- 19115 Phillips Rd, Brooksville, FL 34604
- Nearest city
- Tampa, FL, 34 mi
- Phone
- (352) 667-3844
- Website
- southernwindk9.com
- Breeding since
- 1974
- Rank in FL
- 1 of 55 German Shepherd breeders
About Southernwind Kennels
Southernwind Kennels is a German Shepherd breeder in Brooksville, Florida, about 34 miles from Tampa, FL. According to its business profile, it has been breeding since 1974. It has 276 public reviews with an average of 4.8 out of 5, and reviewers most often mention "knowledgeable staff", "beautiful dogs" and "intelligent puppies". Among the 55 German Shepherd breeders we list in Florida, it is number 1 by rating and number of reviews. Its profile mentions health or DNA testing of the parents, early potty or crate training and stud service.
In their own words
Southernwind Kennels LLC has been raising world-class German Shepherds since 1974, specializing in balanced temperaments, strong health, and true working ability. Located in Florida, we focus on purposeful breeding, early puppy enrichment programs, and structured training that prepare dogs for family companionship, service work, sport, and protection. With over 50 years of experience, we combine proven bloodlines, advanced socialization, and personalized guidance for every puppy family. Our goal is to create dogs that bring love, security, and harmony into your life.
From the breeder's business profile. We have not verified these claims: ask for the paperwork.
What reviewers mention
- knowledgeable staff44
- beautiful dogs16
- intelligent puppies15
- dog temperament11
- knowledgeable breeder8
- puppy matching6
- kennel cleanliness3
Number of public reviews that mention each topic.
What they say they offer
- Health or DNA testing of the parents
- Potty or crate training started
- Stud service
- Also listed for training
Taken from their business profile, not verified by us.
What we checked
- Has its own website
- 276 public reviews, average 4.8
- The owner manages this business listing on Google
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German Shepherd
- Origin
- Germany
- Breeders listed
- 880 in the US
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.
Other German Shepherd breeders within 25 miles
Brickhaus Working Dogs-German Shepherd Breeder Tampa Florida
Questions
Does Southernwind Kennels have German Shepherd puppies for sale?
Southernwind Kennels breeds German Shepherd. Litters come and go, so call (352) 667-3844 or check southernwindk9.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 Southernwind Kennels located?
19115 Phillips Rd, Brooksville, FL 34604, about 34 miles from Tampa, FL. Many home breeders only receive visits by appointment, so call before you go.
What do reviews say about Southernwind Kennels?
It has 276 public reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5. The topics reviewers mention most are knowledgeable staff (44), beautiful dogs (16), intelligent puppies (15) and dog temperament (11).
What should I ask Southernwind 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.