Shepherd Ark Kennels




Purchase Information



- We accept cash, money orders, certified bank checks, personal checks - for deposit or payment in full at time of deposit and PayPal - for the deposit only, see button below.


- Deposits are accepted when puppies are 2 weeks of age.


- A $200 non-refundable deposit is required to choose puppies/dogs. If circumstances arise that you are not able to complete the purchase of the intended animal, deposit may be held and applied to a future litter. Any deposits held for future litters must be used within 12 months. This provision is only applicable to those who have contacted Shepherd Ark Kennels prior to the puppy reaching 5 weeks of age, in order to give us time to re-home the puppy.


- Cash is the preferred method of payment. A receipt will be given at time of purchase.


- All checks must clear before any animal may leave the premises.


- Please make checks payable to: Shepherd Ark Kennels/Marsha Martin, proprietor


- Arrangements must be made for either pick up or delivery at time of deposit. (Additional fees may be required for delivery)


- A contract shall be completed and signed prior to any animal leaving the premises. Note, that breeding rights are not included if you are paying the pet price for any of our German Shepherd dogs. If you change your mind after purchase, and intend to breed please contact Shepherd Ark Kennels for additional amount required and for the necessary paperwork.


- Every animal will come with their health record, registration papers and a copy of the contract.


- Each puppy must be registered with AKC / ACA as follows: "Shepherd Ark's" and then the puppy's name (i.e. Shepherd Ark's Tobias)


- If you are not able to pick up or take delivery of your puppy by 9 weeks old, a boarding fee of $10/day will be charged.






Adoption Application



Shepherd Ark Kennels Adoption Application

Date: ________________

Name (Printed):________________________________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________________________________ Phone Number:_______________________________ Best time to reach you: ______________ Email: ________________________________________________________________________

Club Affiliation, if any: ___________________________________________________________

How Long Have you Lived At Current Address? _________ If less than 3 yrs,

list your previous address __________________________________________

Names & Ages of everyone living with you: __________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________


Name & Contact Info of your Veterinarian: ___________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Have you ever owned a German Shepherd Dog before? __________

If so, where did you purchase your GSD? _____________________________ When? _________ How many years have you owned GSD’s? ____________________

Do you currently have any other dogs living with you? __________________________________

Are they Spayed/Neutered? _____ If not, why? _______________________________________


Why do you want a German Shepherd puppy? ________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ What are your goals / expectations of the puppy? _____________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Where will the puppy be spending most of his/her time? _______________________________

During the day: _________________________________________________________________

At night: ______________________________________________________________________

How many hours a day will the puppy be left alone? ___________________________________

Do you have a preference of color / sex of the puppy? __________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________


Please list 3 personal references Name:_____________________________________

Relationship to you: __________________

Address: ______________________________________________________________________ Phone: ______________________________ email: ____________________________________ Name:_____________________________________ Relationship to you: __________________ Address: ______________________________________________________________________ Phone: ______________________________ email: ____________________________________ Name:_____________________________________ Relationship to you: __________________ Address: ______________________________________________________________________ Phone: ______________________________ email: ____________________________________


Do you have any specific questions for us? (please list below) ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________

681 State Route 414 ~ Clyde, NY 14433 ~ 315-573-0945 ~ shepherdarkkennels.com



Animal Contract



Shepherd Ark Kennels

Animal Contract


I am purchasing a _____ (week / month) old German Shepherd dog / Husky, #____________


Physical description_____________________________________________________________.


This animal is being purchased as a family pet / breeding dog / working dog. If this dog/puppy is being purchased as a family pet, with no breeding rights, the purchaser agrees to have said dog spayed / neutered. It is recommended that the dog be spayed/neutered once they have reached maturity at 18 – 24 months of age or for females after her first heat cycle. The purchaser will then provide a veterinarian’s spay/neuter certificate by the appropriate date to receive a $50.00 refund of the original purchase price. If this dog is spayed/neutered prior to 12 months of age, this portion of the contract is void and no refund will be issued.


If this is a Shepherd Ark Kennels retired canine, the adopter agrees to spay/neuter within two months of the date of this contract to receive a full refund of the purchase price. The adopter must provide a veterinarian’s spay/neuter certificate by the appropriate date in order to receive the refund.


In the event my circumstances change and I can no longer care for said dog, I agree to contact Shepherd Ark Kennels first, before placing the dog with any other agency or private individual. Should Shepherd Ark Kennels be unable to take the animal back, I will notify them where the animal has gone and provide the contact information of the new owner. If the puppy/dog is returned to Shepherd Ark Kennels for re-homing, a refund will be issued for half of the amount the puppy/dog is sold to a new owner, less any costs (vet fees, shipping costs, etc.)


Date: ________________


Purchaser Name (Printed):_______________________________________________________


Purchaser Signature: ___________________________________________________________


Shepherd Ark Kennels Representative: ______________________________________________


681 State Route 414 ~ Clyde, NY 14433 ~ 315-573-0945 ~ shepherdarkkennels.com



Health Guarantee



Shepherd Ark Kennels

Health Guarantee


I have received a copy of the NYS Article 35-D relating to the sale of cats and dogs. ________


Following the required terms stated in NYS Article 35-D Sale of Cat and Dog notice, a two (2) year hip and genetic warranty from Shepherd Ark Kennels will go into effect. If by two (2) years of age this canine is diagnosed with a genetic defect or genetic severe hip dysplasia and proof is provided by a licensed veterinarian, then:


1) You may return the puppy/dog for a replacement when one is available or a refund of the purchase price, less any expenses and the non-refundable deposit after the canine has been re-homed.


OR


2) You may keep the puppy/dog and receive a refund of half the purchase price, less the non-refundable deposit. With this option there is no additional refund upon spay/neuter. Proof of severe hip dysplasia must include a copy of the official report from OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), a copy of the x-ray(s) and the signed report from your veterinarian. Your veterinarian must send the X-rays to OFA for preliminary testing. If severe hip dysplasia is caused by environmental factors, including but not limited to: poor diet, a home with slippery floors, injury, excessive exercise and repetitive use of stairs under 6 months of age, then this health guarantee becomes void. In the event this canine suddenly dies before two (2) years of age, a necropsy will need to be performed by a licensed veterinarian and a copy of the results sent to Shepherd Ark Kennels to be reviewed by our veterinarian. If the death is found to be caused by a genetic defect, then a refund of the purchase price, less the non-refundable deposit, of the canine will be issued.


Date: ________________


Purchaser Signature: ___________________________________________________________


Shepherd Ark Kennels Representative: ______________________________________________


681 State Route 414 ~ Clyde, NY 14433 ~ 315-573-0945 ~ shepherdarkkennels.com


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Clyde, New York 14433
315-573-0945



Shepherd Ark Kennels
NYS Pet Dealer License #1022

updated 9/30/2025