07986 632851 rizia@pentlandsdogtraining.co.uk
07986 632851 rizia@pentlandsdogtraining.co.uk
We carefully planned this working-line German Shepherd litter; bred for sound temperaments, high drive and clear-headed trainability - from parents who are as solid and affectionate in the home as they are steady and focused on the training field.
⚠️ PLEASE READ BEFORE ENQUIRING:
Home Requirements
These puppies are NOT suitable for first-time or novice owners.
• No "Childhood Dog" Experience: Having a family dog growing up does not qualify as independent training experience.
• No Fantasy Enquiries: We are not entertaining calls from people looking for a "protection dog" or a "search and rescue dog" based on movies. These are real, sentient animals with needs, not lifestyle accessories.
• What They Need: These pups are bred for capability and require dedicated, knowledgeable handlers. They are perfectly suited for working homes, dog sports or strictly experienced, dog-centric family homes that understand how to provide appropriate physical and mental stimulation. They need clear understanding of the breed, structured handling and a mentally and physically active lifestyle to thrive.
If you do not have verified experience in training or handling high-drive breeds, please do not apply to avoid disappointment.
My good friend, Laura at Vylano, bred Force and I chose her for her exceptional genetic diversity, clear health background and fabulous nature. She has been raised on our smallholding just outside Edinburgh, where she’s very much a core part of our family and becoming an active assistant in my dog training business.
Force pairs serious drive and keenness to train with a deeply affectionate side and she’s just as happy curled up on the bed for a cuddle as she is working on the field. She is highly intelligent, possesses high play and food drive, and is completely trustworthy around our grandchildren, livestock, cattle, chickens, and other dogs. This is her very first litter!
Health Tests: Elbows 0/0, Hip Score 2/3
Temperament: Sociable, happy, high food & ball drive, intelligent
Jax is a strong male who brings proven working credentials, high drive, and a fully health-tested background to this litter. What truly sold me on Jax, though, is his stable, social, and steady temperament. He complements Force perfectly and is already a proven sire producing lovely, balanced offspring.
Health Tests: Hips normal, Elbows normal, LUV 0
Working Credentials: IGP3 Titled (the highest level of working trial achievement, demonstrating nerve stability, structural soundness, and drive under pressure)
The Bright Spark (High Drive & Intelligence)
• Appearance: Strikingly good-looking with a full, short, solid black coat.
• Character: Sharpest and cleverest mind of the litter. He possesses an excellent natural drive, a great bite, and a highly sociable, confident personality.
• Potential: Ideal for high-level sports or active working roles. He is a forward, highly motivated boy who needs an experienced handler ready to harness his immense intelligence and enthusiasm.
The Handsome Gentleman (Focused & Balanced)
• Appearance: Takes after mum and dad with classic, black and tan markings and an exceptionally beautiful face.
• Character: A real head-turner who is coming on beautifully. He has all the capability and drive of his brothers, but goes about his work with a sweet, balanced and slightly more composed energy. He is incredibly sociable and focused.
• Potential: Perfect for a highly knowledgeable, dog-centric family or sport home looking for a top-tier dog who is stable, deeply affectionate, and highly capable without being at 100mph all the time
The Big Character (Powerhouse & Presence)
• Appearance: The biggest and physically strongest boy in the litter.
• Character: A massive, engaging personality to match his size. He is wonderfully forward-going, completely confident, and incredibly sociable. He tackles everything with zero hesitation and a fantastic, eager-to-please attitude.
• Potential: A superb candidate for working or sports environments that require a dog with great presence, a massive heart, and an inherently confident, active nature.
Raised in our home with 20 years of professional puppy training expertise.
We go far beyond standard puppy rearing to give these pups the ultimate start in life:
Puppy Culture Protocols: Raised in our home using structured early enrichment, confidence building, mental stimulation, physical conditioning, and gentle early socialization.
Indoor & Outdoor Enrichment: Pups split their time between our home, a dedicated outdoor play area, and our private training fields on the smallholding.
Character Assessments: We use puppy character testing to ensure each individual pup is carefully matched to the right owner and lifestyle.
Nutrition: Weaned onto a natural raw and superfood kibble diet for optimal development.
Holistic Health: We advocate for minimal chemical usage—utilizing worm counts (only treating when necessary) and minimal vaccination protocols. We encourage new owners to continue this holistic, thoughtful approach.
KC Paperwork (Endorsed) & 5-Generation Pedigree
Vet Check & Microchip
Contract of Sale
Personalized Puppy Pack & Starter Food
Access to our Private Owners' Support Group
Lifetime Support & Guidance from a qualified trainer (APDT, PACT, ABTC Certified Instructor & Bravehounds Assessor)
We do not operate on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure these boys go to the absolute best environments, we follow a strict vetting procedure:
1. Initial Enquiry: Reach out via the contact form with a brief summary of your dog-handling background.
2. The Questionnaire: If your initial enquiry meets our criteria, we will send you a detailed handler questionnaire. This must be filled out completely. If the questionnaire does not demonstrate the required level of experience, the application will not progress.
3. The Consultation Call: If the questionnaire is successful, we will arrange a formal telephone or FaceTime call. This is where we will go into your experience in full detail, discuss which puppy is the right match for your specific lifestyle/goals and answer any questions you have for us.
If you have the experience, the time, and the passion to give one of these exceptional boys a wonderful life, we would love to hear from you and welcome you out to meet them.
Transparency and ethical breeding are central to everything we do. For full pedigree details, verified health testing certificates, and ancestral lines, you can view our listing on Champdogs. You can explore Force's complete profile and certified scores on the Vylano Havoc Litter Page, or read more about working heritage, health standards, and breed traits on the main Champdogs German Shepherd Dog Breed Guide.