How much do your puppies cost?
Our puppies are $4,000.
Each puppy is thoughtfully raised and prepared with:
• Limited AKC Registration
(Full registration available to approved homes)
• Age-appropriate vaccinations
• Multiple dewormings
• 26-month hip and elbow guarantee
• Personalized puppy pack
• Potty training started
• Crate training started
• Raised using Avidog, ENS, ESI, and Puppy Culture
• Raised on our 80-acre ranch in Southern Utah
• Lifetime breeder support
What Sets Us Apart?
Purposeful pairings. Exceptional raising. Thoughtful placement.
Von Den Mächtigen has earned a reputation as a premier German Shepherd and Belgian Malinois breeder around the world through our carefully planned pairings, hands-on raising, professional training experience, and successful placements. Our commitment is reflected in every stage of our dogs’ lives, from selecting their parents to supporting the families who bring them home.
Our Pairing System
Every breeding has a purpose. We evaluate health testing, pedigree, temperament, drive, working ability, and how each sire and dam complement one another. Our pairing system considers both the dogs we aim to produce and the lifestyles and working goals of the homes they will join.
Four Puppy Development Programs
We incorporate FOUR distinct programs: Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS), Early Scent Introduction (ESI), Avidog, and Puppy Culture into our puppy raising. We also start our litters on potty and crate training.
These programs guide our approach to early development, age-appropriate exposure, confidence building, and learning. We dedicate daily time and individual attention to giving each puppy a strong foundation for their future.
Raised in Our Home
Our litters are raised inside our home, surrounded by the everyday sounds, smells, activity, and routines of household life. Through supervised, age-appropriate interactions with cats and children, they also gain experience with the people and animals they may encounter in their future homes.
Enriched by Our 80 Acre Ranch
Our Southern Utah ranch expands those experiences beyond the home. As puppies develop, we introduce them to a wide range of farm animals, outdoor environments, surfaces, and ranch activities.
The combination of raising puppies in our home and providing purposeful exposure throughout our 80 acre ranch offers an exceptionally varied start to life.
A Hands-On Approach
We are personally involved from birth through placement. Daily handling, observation, and interaction help us understand each puppy’s temperament, strengths, and needs as they develop. That knowledge shapes how we raise each puppy and which home we recommend.
Breeding Backed by Professional Training
As the owner of Authority K9 and a former Law Enforcement Deputy, Alanna brings practical training experience to the breeding program. Working directly with dogs and their owners informs our understanding of temperament, trainability, handler engagement, and suitability for different roles.
Professional training is also available through Authority K9, allowing families to continue building on the foundation established here.
Proven Placements With Purpose
Thoughtful placement is a defining strength of our program. We match each puppy’s temperament, drive, and potential with each client’s experience, household, lifestyle, and goals.
Our dogs have gone on to service work, Sports, Personal and Family protection, CBP, LE, and active family homes. We take pride in helping clients find a dog whose qualities align with the life and work they envision together.
Support Beyond Go Home Day
Our commitment continues after your puppy leaves the ranch. We provide ongoing breeder guidance and access to professional training to support you as your dog grows.
From the pairing to the placement, every step receives our time, experience, and personal attention.
What is the deposit process?
We require a $750 non-refundable deposit to reserve your spot on a litter. Deposits are applied toward the total purchase price. We accept a limited number of reservations prior to birth. Once the litter is born, any remaining availability will be opened. Deposits are non-refundable, but may be transferred to a future litter if circumstances arise that prevent you from taking a puppy from the current pairing.
We recommend joining the reservation list early, especially if you are interested in a specific pairing. Many of our puppies are reserved in advance, and availability without a reservation is limited.
Do you sell with Full Registration?
Our puppies are typically sold on AKC Limited Registration.
Full Registration may be considered on a case-by-case basis for approved homes. To be eligible, the dog must:
• Pass all required health testing (Hips, Elbows, and Degenerative Myelopathy minimum)
• Reach a minimum of 2 years of age
• Earn an approved working or sport title
At minimum, all puppies are sold with AKC Limited Registration.
We reserve the right to decline Full Registration at our discretion.
Can I visit your home and your dogs?
We welcome visitors by appointment only.
We encourage future puppy owners to visit our property and see where their puppy is raised. Our dogs are social and enjoy meeting new people.
If we have a litter on the ground, all visitors are required to follow strict health and biosecurity protocols to protect the puppies. If puppies are old enough, we may allow a supervised visit where you can interact with them and learn more about our program.
To schedule a visit, please reach out via call, text, or email.
What colors do you breed?
We focus on standard colors. We do not breed any dilutes or off-standard colors.
Can I pick my puppy out?
We do not assign puppies based on pick order.
Our goal is to match each puppy with the home it is best suited for. We take the time to understand your lifestyle, goals, and preferences, then select the puppy that best fits you. This approach helps ensure long-term success and prevents mismatches.
Preferences such as gender, coat length, & color are considered, but temperament, drive, & suitability come first.
When are payments due for my puppy?
The rest of the money owed (minus the $750 non-refundable deposit) is due at the time a puppy is paired with you.
What if I can no longer care for my dog?
We stand behind every dog we produce.
If you are ever unable to care for your dog, we will take them back or assist in rehoming. We ask that you contact us before making any arrangements. Dogs bred by us are not to be sold, given away, or rehomed without our involvement.
If you move, please keep us updated with your current contact information.
How big will my puppy grow to be?
Although we cannot guarantee size, we strive to produce dogs that are within standard. Weights can very depending on each breeding.
In German Shepherds, females can range from 50-75 lbs. Males can range from 65-90 lbs.
In Belgian Malinois, females can range from 40-60 lbs. Males can range from 60-80 lbs.
Can I name my new puppy?
Yes. We ask that you have a name selected by 6 weeks of age or at the time
your puppy is paired with you.
Registered names must follow the litter lettering system.
For example, “A” litter names begin with “A,” “B” litter names begin with “B,” and so on.
What is AKC Limited Registration?
AKC Limited Registration means the dog is registered with the AKC but cannot be used for breeding or produce registered litters.
For more detailed information, please visit:
AKC Limited Registration Information
