Loyalty That Runs Deep.
Bred with Heart.
Ethically raised German Shepherd puppies from our family to yours—built on compassion and integrity.
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We are a small-scale, ethical breeder focused on health, loyalty, and lifelong companionship.
At River Bend German Shepherd Breeding in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, our passion for dogs runs deep—beginning with a rescue pup named Dave and growing into a calling. Our dogs are family, and we treat every pup like they’re destined to become yours.
Ethically Raised Puppies
Our breeding program prioritizes health, socialization, and one-on-one care. Every pup is raised in a loving environment and never treated as just another number.
Personalized Puppy Matching
We value real conversations and take the time to understand your family’s needs, lifestyle, and expectations—so your pup feels like a perfect fit from day one.
Health & Temperament Guarantee
We emphasize hip and elbow health and breed only working-line German Shepherds known for their strength, stability, and sound disposition.
We don’t outsource our love—
our family raises your future family member.
River Bend began as a passion project with a rescue named Dave and blossomed into a small-scale breeding program focused on loyalty, connection, and care. German Shepherds represent everything we value in a companion—courage, devotion, versatility—and we are honored to raise dogs that become lifelong protectors and friends.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS | German Shepherd Dog Breeder | German Shepherd Puppies for Sale
Where are you located?
We are located on a small ranch in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. As German Shepherd Dog Breeders we know space is an important factor in the quality of our dogs lives and our ranch setting provides our dogs with this space.
Are your puppies and parent dogs health tested?
Yes, as a responsible German Shepherd dog breeder we believe it is imperative that puppies and parent dogs receive appropriate health screening. Our adults are screened for hip and elbow health prior to breeding. Puppies are also evaluated by a vet prior to joining your family. If you have any questions about our breeding dogs hip and elbow ratings or health screening in general please call us at (918) 814-1806.
Are you a large scale breeder?
At River Bend we intentionally breed on a small scale. As a German Shepherd Dog Breeder small scale breeding allows us to prioritize the health and needs of every individual puppy. Our parent dogs are a part of our family and are treated like family. Our goal is not to grow indefinitely but to raise healthy happy puppies that are properly prepared to join your family. We believe this happens best through small scale breeding where each dog is able to receive the individual care and attention they need. If you want to know more about our small scale breeding give us a call at (918) 814- 1806.
Do you offer working line and show line German Shepherds?
We breed working line German Shepherds. While our German Shepherds are bred with the intention of being a healthy, long lived, loyal family companion we believe working line German Shepherds are best suited for this job largely due to the emphasis placed on physical health in working line breeding. As a German Shepherd dog breeder it is our responsibility to emphasize the positive hereditary traits of the breed and mitigate characteristics that harm the breed’s genetic integrity. We believe that focusing our program on working line dogs does just this. If you are looking for healthy, quality German Shepherd puppies for sale we would love to connect with you!
How do I reserve a puppy from a litter?
If you are looking to reserve a puppy please call or text us at (918) 814-1806 so we can help you select the right puppy for you and your family! We ask for a deposit to reserve your puppy and will want to know your gender preference for your new puppy. As a small scale German Shepherd Dog Breeder we strive to provide excellent communication with our customers. One-on-one customer calls and interactions are important to us. If you have any questions about reserving a puppy or about our pups in general we would love to talk with you and answer your questions!
Puppies are able to join your family at 8 weeks old. This can be an exciting time for you and your family and we want to celebrate with you before and after you bring your puppy home! We love providing you with updates as we watch your new puppy grow from birth to 8 weeks. If you are looking for German Shepherd puppies for sale call us at (918) 814-1806 so you can tell us what you are looking for!
Do you currently have puppies available?
If you are looking for German Shepherd puppies for sale please visit the puppies page located at the top of our website to see any available puppies and upcoming litters.
What payment forms do you accept?
We accept credit and debit card payments as well as cash payments. We do not take checks.
How do I book a visit?
At River Bend we love to set up one on one meetings with customers so they can meet and interact with our puppies as they select their newest family member. To schedule a visit call us at (918) 814-1806. A puppy joining your family involves so much more than simply finding a breeder that has German Shepherd puppies for sale. We understand that at River Bend and are here to answer any questions you may have about our operation.
Is a German Shepherd the right breed for me?
Choosing to bring a puppy into your home is a huge decision and certainly one that requires great thought and consideration. While we currently only offer German Shepherd puppies for sale it is important to us that each of our customers feel confident in their breed choice before they bring their new puppy home. German Shepherd pups are high energy and have high exercise needs so making sure this breeds’ temperament suits your lifestyle is paramount. If you are not sure if German Shepherds are the breed for you take your time researching these amazing dogs and if you need give us a call and we can talk through our individual pups with you.
How do I prepare for my new puppy?
Schedule a vet visit for your new puppy. We recommend scheduling your puppy’s first vet visit for within three days of your puppy’s arrival home. Veterinarians are an excellent resource for any of your medical puppy questions and can get you started on proactive care for your puppy’s health. When bringing home your new fur baby it is a great idea to puppy proof your home by putting away any breakable or chewable items.
As a German Shepherd dog breeder we also recommend you purchase a good crate and quality puppy food for your new pup prior to picking him or her up.
Where do I go if I still have questions that were not answered on this page?
If you have any questions that have not been addressed please reach out to us directly at (918) 814-1806. One of the best parts of breeding is getting to talk with prospective families. We look forward to talking with you and getting to know your family! We believe looking for German Shepherd puppies for sale should be a personalized experience and look forward to talking with you!