Lucky Dog German Shepherds
AKC Kennel Name: von Haus Wayt
September 2026 Litter has Arrived!
All health testing results available upon request by parties interested in one of our puppies or dogs.
Mission Statement
We breed for: 1. Genetic Health 2. Sound Confirmation 3. Temperament to improve the German Shepherd Dog breed.
About Us
We are family and veteran owned operating out of Spotsylvania County, Virginia. We have long loved our GSD's and consider ourselves lucky to have them in our lives.
Meet Our Breeding Females:
Nyx - 2025 at 2 Years Old (Above)
More Nyx!
Taina - Mother to both Nyx and Xena. She is owned by Little Creek German Shepherds, Carol Georgiades, our mentor.
Nyx x GladiatorDue Date: 21 Sept 2026
(Arrived!)
We are currently expecting Nyx's puppies to be born around 21 Sept 2026. She is expecting 4 pups, 3 of which are currently available.If you are interested in placing a deposit, please email me.
Nyx is now breeding age. She has finished and passed all pre-requisites to qualify her for breeding.She has been bred to a stud named: "Gladiator".
He is of medium height, around 27" is our best guess, appearing shorter than Nyx. Weight about 90 lbs. Gladiator hails from Germany and has a very traditional confirmation, a very strongly built male. Temperament wise he's very much The Gentleman, until it is time to work.Gladiator is a proven sire with an excellent reputation in Virginia. With this knowledge, we have high hopes for this pairing.Our intention for this pairing:
Maintain breed standards; provide genetic diversity into the line; infuse Gladiator's temperament into our bloodlines.As Nyx's Hips are rated Fair, we specifically picked a male that is rated "Excellent" by OFA standards, thus returning the line back to a more sound joint standard.This is breeding is one myself and my mentor, Carol Georgiades have planned together.
Xin Vom Haus Rankin Nyx
AKC Registration Number: DN 76157903
Born: 17 June 2023
Color: Black and Tan
Adult Weight: 85 - 90 lbs
Adult Height: 28"
Drive Level: Medium to High
-Excellent protective instincts.
-Natural Empathy for her Human Companions.
-Aloft to strangers, as GSD's should be.
-Highly trainable.
-High Drive to Please.✔ DM: Clear/ Normal
✔ AKC Genetic Testing for Life Altering Diseases/Conditions - CLEAR! She is clear of all life altering genetic concerns. When she has puppies if potential pup owners wish to see the test, we will gladly provide this information.
✔ Veterinarian Evaluation: Completed June 2025 | Passed. I brought her to a veterinarian that she did not know to give her the best possible non-bias evaluation I could provide.✔ OFA - Fair - Listed hereSIRE - Klyde Vom Haus Rankin - DN49411207 (Retired.)
Hip: OFA: Good (GS-103361G30M-VPI) - Elbows: OFA: Normal - Listed on the OFA Website
7 Generations of Good to Excellent Rating.Described as well behaved, gentle, and naturally protective.DAM - Taina Vom Hauswalder Bach - DN69889201 (Whelped in Germany)
Hip: SV: HD a-normal (a1) - Elbows: SV: Normal - Rated in Germany (a1 is equal to Excellent rating in OFA)
7 Generations of Good rating.Described as intelligent, sweet, and eager to please. Taina has been a fantastic breeder for her owner.-Both parents have been DM tested, OFA/SV rated hip & elbows.OFA Rating Information
She is very empathetic and eager to please without being overbearing. She has an exceptional ability to focus on her handler no matter the distraction. Nyx's intelligence is her best asset.Also, she has that trademark natural suspicion of strangers. However, she is not intimidated by them, giving tribute to her confident nature. She is approachable and will greet strangers once invited to do so.Physically she is well muscled and has a strong and determined bite. Her gait is naturally flowing.She is a beautiful blend of her paternal and maternal bloodlines.
Planned January 2027 Litter
2026
Xena x ?
Yankee Vom Haus Rankin Xena "T"
AKC Registration Number: DN 76157903
Born: 11 June 2026
Color: Black and Tan
Adult Weight: 68 lbs
Adult Height: 24" at the shoulder (maybe 25)
Drive Level: Medium
-Excellent protective instincts.
-Natural Empathy for her Human Companions and close canine "friends".
-Aloft to strangers, as GSD's should be.
-Highly trainable.
-High Drive to Please.✔ DM: Clear/ Normal (See image below)
✔ AKC Genetic Testing for Life Altering Diseases/Conditions - CLEAR! She is clear of all life altering genetic concerns.
OFA - Rated "Excellent" - Listed here.DAM - Taina Vom Hauswalder Bach - DN69889201 (Whelped in Germany)
Hip: SV: HD a-normal (a1) - Elbows: SV: Normal - Rated in Germany (a1 is equal to Excellent rating in OFA)
7 Generations of Good rating.Described as intelligent, sweet, and eager to please. Taina has been a fantastic breeder for her owner.SIRE - Atilla Team Di Casa Ortiz
DN67428207
Hips: SV a-normal (a1) Elbows SV: Normal
7 Generations of Good to Excellent rating.He is even tempered, playful, warm, and discerning. A stud of medium/large build, of "fluffy" stock coat.
Atilla has been a great stud, siring very well tempered and sound offspring with several Dam's.
Xena has cleared all evaluations for a breeding prospect for Novement 2026.OFA has been completed and submitted. The office that did her radiographs cleared her and now we wait for the official findings from OFA.This baby girl has a strong confirmation. She is petite and has very little angulation while staying within the breed standard.She touts a very happy go lucky personality with a biddable attitude during training. Xena loves to work, she's reasonably quick to learn and, like her half sister Nyx, is a dream to walk on lead.Xena has tons of personality and love. There isn't a day that goes by that her antics don't make us laugh.She and Nyx are half-sisters through their mother, Taina.
We do not breed "American" or "King" Shepherds.
We do not breed for specific color. Vanity breeding is not ethical breeding.
Ethical Breeding Standards
"Breed your dog only if doing so will improve the breed."
All testing results are available upon request for families that are seriously interested in a puppy or dog.
We breed for: 1. Genetic Health 2. Sound Confirmation 3. Temperament.
Both parents must exhibit multiple qualities that will improve the breed.
GSD's are to be of good to excellent intelligence and exhibit a drive to please.
All our bloodlines are founded in Europe. We have chosen to breed West German Show Lines, as they are typically more suited for families that aren't up to the Working Line active lifestyle needs.
Hips & Elbows must be "Fair" or higher in rating. If the OFA rating is "Fair", we will only breed up to Good or Excellent / Exceptional OFA rated male/female. None of our dogs will be bred if are rated "Poor" with OFA.
We participate in AKC DNA Health Testing. Our breeding dogs must test Clear / Normal for DM (Degenerative Myelopathy) as well as other negative life altering genetic defects. Information available to buyers or persons who have already placed a deposit on their puppy.
All our breeding dogs must be found acceptable to breed by a qualified veterinarian.
All females must be age 2 to breed after qualifying and will be retired by age 6 unless a veterinarian recommends they should be retired sooner.
Our puppies will be born in our home.
All our puppies take part in the ENS from day 3 to day 16. Afterwards they continue with socialization and desensitizing to prepare them for their future families.
The German Shepherd Dog is a highly social canine, as such we raise all our dogs in our home, not in a kennel environment and they are our personal pets. Outdoor kennels are only used to rotate dogs that do not tolerate each other's company. Though we prefer to use indoor crates for this. They return inside several times a day and in the evenings to be with their family, us.
We breed one litter per year per Dam or no sooner than every 9 months, or if waiting longer is recommended by our reproductive veterinarian, we follow that advice.
All potential breeding dogs who fall short of these standards will be spayed or neutered.
Puppy Sale Policies
Prospective future owners should email or text us to share what they are looking for in a puppy and what they plan on doing with them. Tell us about your family so we can help you find the best possible match, as it is our goal to place a puppy for life.
We accept deposits of $500.00 to hold a puppy for their future family.
If a potential owner wishes to place a deposit and there is not a puppy available they may transfer the deposit to the next available litter, or ask for a refund, minus $25.00 if a credit card was used. Alternatively, we work with our mentor breeder, who may be able to fulfill their needs if we cannot.
All puppies will be micro-chipped, de-wormed, a vet exam, and have their age appropriate vaccines before joining their families.
The price of our puppies vary depending on the dam and sire. Though it typically start at $3000.00, with Limited (Non-breeding) AKC Registration. Keep in mind this price could fluctuate up, depending on the stud.
Full Registration starts at $5,900.00 with several health & training related caveats within the contract. Note: Nyx's 2026 litter is not eligible for full registration.
Cash, debit cards or major credit cards are accepted. There will be a $25.00 fee for credit card processing. We do not offer payment plans or accept checks.
A 2 year genetic health warranty against genetic life altering defects will be included within the puppy contract, with specific caveats.
All spay & neuters should not to be done earlier than 24 months of age for the health & maturity of the puppy, no matter what a veterinarian encourages. Studies have shown that very specific age milestones are needed for the best chances of the puppy achieving strong ligaments and bones. AKC Information on Spay & Neuter Studies, 2024. Spaying or neutering before 24 months of age will fully nullify the genetic health warranty.
Proper nutrition and exercise is part of an owners responsibility in helping prevent non-genetically caused hip and or elbow dysplasia. As a breeder, we our part to ensure the puppy's parents are free of any hip or elbow dysplasia. See this article: What causes Hip Dysplasia in dogs? and More Information about Hip/Elbow Dysplasia
The Puppy Package will have literature and guide, the Puppy Contract, information about spay / neuter, vet health & vaccines records, as well as de-worming records, a copy of the pedigree for both parents, copies of all genetic testing on the dam. Also the sire if owned by us.
For the lifetime of the puppy, you may contact us with any questions, guidance, training tips or concerns.
A "Take Back" policy is outlined in the Puppy Contract, in the event the new family cannot keep their companion.
Our Puppy Contract has a full list of our Puppy Sale Policy.
All our dogs are socialized with people from a very young age. We do our best to expose them to as much of the world as possible to give them the best start in life.
Fun Things
Average time it takes a puppy to learn the basics of potty training: 3 to 14 days.
Average time it takes for a puppy to figure out how to manipulate their human, 5 minutes.
That's not fur on your shirt! It's German Shepherd Dog Glitter!
Head tilts are a German Shepherds specialty!
Squirrels are just rats in a better suit, your GSD has to be taught they really aren't assassins waiting to pounce on you from the trees.
If you love goofy, zoomies from a meat missle... that's what you will get from your GSD.
German Shepherds are the best Shower Guards!
Things to Know
Owning a dog isn't cheap. The cost to own a dog can range between $1000 and $4000 a year depending on the quality of food and flea/tick as well as de-wormer medication; training, and whether or not the dog is brought to a groomer a few times a year, without puppy insurance which can run $25 to $60 a month.
No life is disposable. If you do not have two years of your life to commit training a puppy who intends on being your loyal guardian their whole life, do not get a GSD. Their average lifespan is 12 years.
Puppies know very little of the outside world and need to be gently introduced to it. Do not expect your puppy to "just know" things.
GSD's "blow out" (shed) hard several times a year, so it is best to brush them daily to keep the fur-nadoes down to a minimum. Their shed scale is around 4/5. They are double coated so having them clipped down to the bare skin will harm their fur and put them at risk for sun burn. Their double coat insulates them from the cold and heat.
First heats are between 4 and 12 months. Afterwards every 4 to 6 months typically. You may or may not need "diapers".
Indoor Crates/Kennels should be used as a tool for housetraining and peace of mind, never for punishment.
All dogs have fear phases. Three or more.
Special "treats" (any food they love or their regular food) or their favorite toy, are your best friend for all types of training.
Available
Achernar
All about Achernar!Right now it is mostly eat, sleep, snuggle mom and be touched.But already each pup has their own distinct personality. This gent enjoys singing like a "gremlin" and prefers to be first to the milk bar.Interested families are encouraged to text or email. We will be accepting deposits for him soon.
Interested in a puppy?Email or text us to share what you are looking for in a puppy and what you plan on doing with them. Tell us about your family so we can help you find the best possible match.If we do not have puppies available, we can assist you in contacting another ethical breeder.
Any questions that haven't been answered on this site. 804-596-0206If you call without texting, and we do not answer, please leave a voicemail.We are available:
Monday thru Sat: 10am to 8pm
Sundays: 12pm to 6pmBe sure thoroughly read our website contacting us. Thank you.
Thank you for our website. We hope to hear from you soon.
Available
Altair
Let's talk about Altair!Though our litter theme is for the constellations, Mister Altair is also named for yes... that guy from "Assassin's Creed"!Don't worry, he isn't lacking any digits like his video game counterpart. He is however, a bit more sneaky to the milk bar then his brother and sister.Interested families are encouraged to text or email. We will be accepting deposits for him soon.
These gentlemen are the puppies that are available from Nyx's litter.Pricing for these gents is: $3,500.00.
A quick run down of what accompanies each puppy is:
ENS training & Day 17 to Week 8 thru 12 training as is age appropriate
Up to date vaccinations and deworming records
Vaccinations and Health Record from a licensed veterinarian
Sire and Dam Pedigree Information
AKC Limited (Non-breeding) Registration papers
Information on spay/neuter and joint health
Each pup is micro chipped and that information is passed to the new family.
The Puppy Contract - which covers each pups genetic 2 year health guarantee against life altering (catastrophic) illness, lameness. (Details are within the contract.)
Referrals for breed appropriate trainers in the area and on the web.
Adult Dogs Looking For A Home
We currently do not have any adult dogs waiting for a home.
F.A.Q.'s
"Why do puppies cost what they do?"
There's always that question of "Why do purebred puppies cost so much?" To be clear, it takes years and to find out if a male or female is fit for breeding.Training, food, vet costs, vaccines, preventatives such as flea/tick as well as de-wormer, grooming, and puppy insurance:$5,000 to 10,000+ (Over 2 years)Cost of a puppy with breeding registration: $5000 to $6000, depending on the quality of the parents. This doesn't include shipping costs if they are from out of state or country.Special Testing on the parents: (Genetic tests, Hips/Elbows, Blood tests)
$1000.00 to 1500.00Stud Fee & Implantation:
$2500.00 Stud Fee & Misc Charges
$300.00 For Hormone Testing
$700 to 1500.00 for Implantation (Surgical)Pregnancy Costs: (Pregnancy Test, Xrays/Ultrasound, and worst case, C-Section)
$500.00 to $4000.00Puppy Check up: $30.00 per puppy. Full litter cost: $270.00 + cost of microchipping.
"What is DM?"
Degenerative myelopathy (DM) is a progressive spinal cord disease in dogs that leads to muscle weakness and loss of coordination, primarily affecting the hind limbs. It is similar to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in humans and is often seen in older dogs, particularly certain breeds like German Shepherds and Pembroke Welsh Corgis.Responsible breeders have their dogs tested so they can be sure to avoid breeding "carrier to carrier"; thus increasing the chance of this disease being passed down to their puppies.There are some breeders that believe this disease is a non-issue. When in doubt, ask your veterinarian what your GSD's puppys parents should be tested for.
“What not just adopt a dog or go to the animals shelter?”