Meet Nika!
Meet Shilo!
Meet Shilo!
Empress "Nika" Von Overen
(Light Pink from the E Litter)
DOB: 7/26/24
Nika is a high-potential working prospect ready for the right handler to bring her forward. Recently assessed and tuned up by Harmony Canine, she impressed with her intensity, clarity, and work ethic—this young female is all business.
She’s bold, driven, and full of intent, with strong prey and food drive, high possession, and forward, full grips. Confident and open, Nika is eager to work and thrives when given direction and purpose. While she displays some reactivity at this stage, it's manageable and expected to resolve with consistent handling and maturity. Her suspicion can easily be channeled into focused, purposeful work.
Nika is not for the casual home—she is a serious working dog in the making and would thrive in a program or with a trainer looking for their next project in sport, detection, or personal protection. She’s structurally strong, mentally tough, and genetically stacked.
With rich dark pigment and a striking presence, Nika also brings excellent health credentials and a world-class pedigree. She’s AKC registered, microchipped, dewormed, and vaccinated for her age. Comes with a 26-month hip/elbow health guarantee.
Sire: Jar z Gargamellu
Kkl / SG / BH-VT / IGP1 (97/90/90)
HD: fast normal / ED: normal / DNA & DM clear
By K’nox vom Tollhaus x Quardessa vom Eisernen Kreuz
Dam: Dakini Von Cluskey
SG1, TR2, IGP1, AD, BH/VT, RA, TKA, CGC, FDC, VHMA, RATN
SV Hips: A-Normal / SV Elbows: Fast Normal / DM & Genetic Panel Clear
By Nico ze Zelene Uzlabiny x Dorotka Blitzkrieg
🚚 Nationwide transport available.
📩 Contact us for details and placement inquiries.
Meet Shilo!
Meet Shilo!
Meet Shilo!
Brana “Shilo” Von Overen
DOB: 12/09/22
Shilo is a bold, confident female with classic working drives and a strong
foundation in detection. She’s got thick bone, a substantial frame, and the kind of grounded confidence that makes her a joy to train. While she's currently out of working shape, the talent and genetics are unmistakable—this girl was born for a job.
She’s been imprinted to detect substances including fentanyl, cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, and marijuana, with early exposure to firearms, ammunition, and black powder. Her prey drive is strong, and she engages naturally with her environment, showing an eagerness to please and a clear desire to work. Shiloh is handler-soft, highly engaged, and thrives on attention and structure.
When her previous home experienced an unexpected family emergency, her routine and training took a pause. Shilo, true to her nature, went looking for purpose—and redirected her energy toward a smaller housemate. It wasn’t ideal, but it speaks to the power of her instinct and her need for meaningful work. Her owners recognized she needed more than they could provide at the time and asked us to step in. Of course, we said yes.
Now back with us, Shilo is ready to reenter a program or partnership where she can be guided, challenged, and appreciated for all she brings to the table. She’s strong, stable, and ready to get back to doing what she loves.
She is microchipped, vaccinated for her age, and comes with a 26-month hip/elbow health guarantee.
Sire: Noris Z Michalkinej Zahrady
5X5/55 P, IGP3
SV Hips: A-Normal | Elbows: A-Normal | DM Clear
Dam: Dakini Von Cluskey
FPr2, IGP1, SG1, AD, BH/VT, RA, TKA, CGCU, CGCA, CGC, FDC, VHMA, RATN
SV Hips: A-Normal | SV Elbows: Fast Normal | DM Clear | OFA Eyes Clear | Full Embark Panel Clear
🚚 Nationwide transport available.
📩 Contact us for details and placement inquiries.
"G" Litter Puppies Available Now
We are currently takeing reservations for our "G" Litter born April 2025.
Jar z Gargamellu and Meggy Lutolu have produced a stunning litter of five boys and four girls, combining rich pigment, strong working potential, and wonderful, stable temperaments.
Visit our Meet Our Dogs page to learn more about their parentage.
Meet Berretta!
Beretta Von Overen
DOB: 12/9/22
Beretta is a talented, happy, and driven female with tons of potential for the right person. She’s social, focused, and full of heart—this girl loves to work and be part of a team.
Beretta has strong obedience, a confident attitude, and serious skills in all phases of IGP. She brings full, deep grips, fast recalls, sharp focus, and big presence on the field. Her tracking is deep and committed, her heeling is clean and flashy, and her long bites are fast and powerful. She’s a joy to watch—and even more fun to work.
She scored SG1 in conformation, passed her BH/VT at Regionals, and just earned High IGP1 with scores of 98/87/85. She's nearly ready for IGP2 and can continue titling with us or start her next chapter with you.
Beretta is a naturally social dog. She’s great with kids, small animals, and livestock. Friendly and confident with everyone she meets, she’s easy to take places and loves to be involved. Her structure is feminine and correct, with rich dark pigment and beautiful expression.
In fall 2023, Beretta injured her back right foot during training, which led to surgery and some impact on her SV hip rating. While her hips are still within allowed breeding range and she is totally sound, this rating no longer meets the elite standard we aim for in our program. Because of that, we’ve made the hard choice to place her in a working or experienced home where she can shine.
Being an ethical breeder is no easy path—it takes heart, grit, and a deep sense of responsibility. As I often say, "It's a strange thing, doing commerce in lives." At Von Overen German Shepherds, our mission is clear: to honor the breed, do right by each dog, and serve the families who love them. Not all breeders hold the same line, but we stand by ours—built on transparency, unwavering values, and a commitment to excellence.
While she isn't in our breeding program any longer, this girl is the real deal—tenacious, smart, and deeply bonded. She brings joy, work ethic, and strength to every task. Whether it’s obedience, protection, or just living life at your side, Beretta is ready to go.
📽️ Videos available.
White Collar – “Baker’s Dozen” Litter
Hips: SV Fair | Elbows: SV Normal | DM: Clear | Embark: Clear | LTV1
Dam: Dakini Von Cluskey
SG1, FPr2, TR2, IGP1, AD, BH/VT, RA, TKA, CGC, CGCU, FDC, VHMA, RATN
Sire: Noris Z Michalkinej Zahrady
5x5/55 P, IGP3, SV A-normal hips/elbows, DM clear
🚚 Nationwide transport available.
📩 Contact us for details and placement inquiries.
"H" Litter coming October 2025
Jar Z x Hennessey litter is expected!
At Von Overen German Shepherds, we pride ourselves on producing litters that honor the breed’s heritage and push the boundaries of excellence. Litter "H", from the pairing of Hennessy and Jar Z, is no exception. These pups are bred to be versatile, intelligent, and driven—perfect for sport, work, or as active family companions.
About Jar Z
Jar z Gargamellu
Kkl, SG, IGP1, BH/VT
HD: fast normal/ ED: normal/ DNA panel: clear/DM: clear
Jar z is a K’nox vom Tollhaus son. K’nox can only be outdone by his famous sire, Bolle Ja Na Ka who 2X BSP Sieger 2X WUSV Participant, 1st place WUSV Team Member. His dam Quardessa von Eisernen Kreuz, is from the well-known Q litter. His pedigree is star studded for sure.
This striking male is a fine example of strength and beauty. With a compact, athletic frame, a broad, well-proportioned head, and correct chest and withers, Jar Z exudes classic German Shepherd structure. His coat boasts a deep, rich pigment, and he has excellent conformation and substantial bone - a standout in both form and function.. Having already sired two litters in Europe, and two litters here in the US, he brings proven potential to the German Shepherd preservation breeding world.
His genetic grips and natural ability make him a joy to train and a powerful force on the field. Jar Z combines high drive with an outgoing personality, making him a balanced and versatile sire.
About Hennessey
Hennessey Von Cluskey
IGP1,TR1, BT, BH/VT, CGC, TKN
HD: Normal/ED: Normal/LUW:0/DM N/I*/OFA eyes clear/Embark clear*/DM carrier
Hennessey is a powerful, athletic female with a purposeful pedigree and exceptional working ability. Weighing 82 lbs, she has a balanced, medium-boned frame and a strong play drive, with natural talent in tracking, swimming, and jumping. Her deep grips, natural guarding instinct, and excellent off switch make her a joy to train and live with.
She is the daughter of Nico ze Zelene Uzlabiny, whose sire is the legendary V Chris spod Lazov—2013 FCI World Champion and WUSV Universal Sieger. Her lineage includes top-performing dogs such as Faro Demin dvor, Jaro Ja-He, and Norman Eqidius, known for their success in IPO, SCHH, and WUSV/FCI competition.
With this all-star pedigree behind her and her versatility in the field, Hennessey stands out as an exceptional working and breeding female.
Expected Puppy Temperament
Before the challenges of importing quality pedigrees into the U.S. became a reality, we made it our mission to bring the best bloodlines here. This pairing represents the culmination of that effort, offering you a combination of rich genetics without the hassle. Hennessy and Jar Z are not just kennel dogs—they’re true working partners. Their drives, stability, and sound temperaments promise exceptional puppies ready to excel in a variety of roles.
This litter will embody the best of both parents. Expect puppies with dark, rich pigment, strong conformation, and substantial bone structure. They’ll inherit the high drive needed for sport and work, balanced by the stability and adaptability to thrive as loyal family companions.
Each puppy will come with comprehensive care and support:
- 🐾 AKC Registration: Your pup will be officially registered with the American Kennel Club.
- 🐾 Health Protection: Puppies will be microchipped for permanent identification, dewormed, and vaccinated according to their age to ensure a healthy start to life.
- 🐾 Health Guarantee: We stand behind the quality of our breeding program, offering a 26-month health guarantee for hip and elbow soundness.
This combination of genetics and care provides the foundation for exceptional dogs ready to excel in any chosen path, from working roles to devoted family life.