What does StaFra mean?
StaFra is a combination of our names -Stacy & Frank. Although most of the training, handling, grooming and all is done myself, my husband Frank is there to help and support me. We both love this breed and are having a lot of fun with our German Shepherds. We look forward to placing our puppies into homes that will enjoy so many adventures with them too!
How did you get into breeding?
I was raised with parents who trained and bred their hunting dogs. – Chesapeake Bay Retriever. I loved being with our dogs and being able to be a part of an ethical program. I continued with the same strict rules and testing my parents did in raising, training, showing and breeding my own dogs after I was an adult. Over 30 years in dogs, I still breed with a intentional purpose.
What makes your breeding program special?
I searched long and hard for the lines I wanted in my dogs and in future generations. I chose my foundation dogs for health, longevity, soundness in body, temperament, type and willingness to work as they are bred for. I do not breed any of my dogs until all tests with Embark breeders panel, hips and elbows are x-rayed and graded by SV in Germany or OFA. We are actively training & titling.
What is included with a puppy?
Health –
All puppies will be vaccinated and dewormed, have complete puppy wellness checks along with health certificates, Embark DNA testing, microchipped before leaving.
Enrichment & Socialization & Basic Training –
Our puppies will be started with careful handling with me from day one and ENS started early. They will be around family, children, other dogs in our home, approved friends and have save outdoor times too. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Beginning of Potty Training and Crate Training (We believe these two go hand in hand), Surface and Tactile Training, Name Recognition, Biosensor Training, Human Interaction, Children Socialization, Puppy Manners, Puppy Culture, walking on a Leash, “No” Biting or Chewing.
We send our puppies home with a Welcome Home Bags and Information, Microchipped, Early Neurological Stimulation, Volhard Personality Test, Sound and Texture Enrichment, Puppy Collar, Vaccinations, Worming, Puppy Starter Kit, Food Starter Bag, Certificate of Health, AKC Registration
Pick Up Options –
Pick up in South Carolina
Pick up at Breeder’s Airport: (Meet the Breeder at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport or Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport
Ground Transportation: Have your puppy transported to you via car or van.