I had always wanted a GSD since I can remember. Since they require work, we waited until we were at a stage in our lives where we had the time to put in with one. I believe it's important to do your research on breeds that fit your lifestyle. GSD's have a bit of a reputation for numerous issues, so it was extremely important I found a breeder that focused on the health and temperament of their dogs. The right breeder is really important to us. Our last dog was a Black and Tan Coonhound that we found from a wonderful and renowned breeder in Oregon. I cast my net wide when looking for the right dog since this is a decade-plus commitment and a member of the family. In doing my research I realized there are quite a lot of varieties of GSDs. Working, show, East German, West German, Czech, West German Show, American Show, multiple coat colors and lengths. It can be overwhelming. I was very specific in what I wanted, a female sable. I searched many breeders and came across SentinelHarts Kennels. The website was extremely informative and detailed. I learned so much more about the breed and it allowed me an opportunity to see the results of her breeding practices with past and present males, females, and pups in her program. So many of my questions were already answered from the information provided in the easy to navigate website. Camilla was quick to respond to my inquires. She had interviewed me as much as I did her. Some might be put off by that thinking they are the "customer" however, I would be alarmed if she did not. My previous dog breeders were the same. People tend to obtain dogs on looks and emotions without really knowing what they are getting into. Responsible breeders make sure their pups are going into the right environment to the right people who understand what they are getting into. On our site visit, we went through the same disinfecting procedures with our footwear and hands before entering the dog area as we did when entering the Koala exhibit at the zoo. The facility (her family home) was large, clean and immaculately maintained. She was inviting, informative and allowed us plenty of time to engage with the puppies. Camilla kept us updated on the status of the pups while we anxiously waited for the 8week mark to pick up. Because GSDs can have multiple types per litter if you want something specific you may have to wait for a future litter since nature has the upper hand on what comes out. There were only 2 female sables in the litter I was interested in. She is very clear about 1st pick rights for her line so we waited to see if we would receive Lime or Purple girl. We were given the purple girl which was the one in her sights to keep. This was a very special litter and we were in a special timing situation where we preferred not to wait for the next litter so my college daughter could bond with the pup while home on winter break. When she told us we could have her due to the circumstances were overjoyed. Yeah, I know everyone says this about their dog, but she is special. She is everything I wanted. Her temperament is amazingly sweet and loving with not just our family but with everyone who walks through our door. She's alert and always on sentry to protect our property and family but backs down the moment she realizes there is no threat. This is 100% what I was looking for since we live in a remote area and I am often alone. A guard dog that was also approachable. She is the exact size I was hoping for and her markings and coat are beautiful. Once I was walking around our local reservoir and a woman with two equally beautiful GSDs was walking towards me asked if my dog was a SentinelHeart Pup. I belong to a few Sable FaceBook groups and I'm constantly asked where she came from. I do believe she is a stellar dog and that is the result of the careful and diligent practices of SentinelHart Kennels. Her heart and soul go into her dogs and it shows. The follow-up communication has been wonderful. She is quick to respond to new parent questions and gives great recommendations. The bonus for me is that she was a short drive away. Regarding pricing, she was right on the mark with the other quality breeders I researched. I would be wary of any dog under that price point as there is a lot of expense that goes into acquiring the right breeding stock, titling, proper facility, vet expenses, importing, care, I could go on for days. If you want to play roulette with your pup then shop price point. If you want a responsible breeder who's sole focus is on keeping the integrity of the breed over profits then this is the kennel for you. read more

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Camilla (Owner): great to work with, very responsive to questions long after getting our dog. Its been nearly two years and we still chat periodically to check up on my male. She often provides me with training information and questions I have regarding unexpected dog things that have popped up over the years. She does all the health screening for her dogs, and really cares about the well-being of the dogs that come from her kennel. She is a Schutzhund/Sport dog handler and understands a lot about what makes a great german shepherd dog aside from physical features. She cares a lot about the temperment of the dogs rather than only caring about colors/coat. At 8 weeks dog pick up day, she provided a package of proof of health tests/vaccines, information about the parents, AKC registration documents, and much more. Dog: extremely level-headed, works with good obedience in high drive. I've been told by seasoned dog handlers that he is a "thinker" and "extremely biddable". Wants to work for the handler. Very responsive to corrections/rewards. Excellent coat, very nice features. Ive been told by seasoned show people that his conformation appears to be excellent (I have no idea myself). The litters Sentinelharts has vary in "activity level" and Camilla will match you with a litter appropriately if necessary. For example, two high drive parents that are highly successful in Schutzhund might not be producing puppies good for a house wanting a low energy "easy" puppy. Camilla will help you navigate this if necessary. Pros: I now have the best dog ever. Cons: I have to convince the fiancee' to get more dogs. Also my dog groans like an old man when he stretches. :-) read more

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I am so thankful to have come across Camilla while researching German Shepherd breeders in 2014. I wanted a puppy that would be a great family dog, like the German Shepherd I grew up with. Camilla was recommended by a reputable German Shepherd breeder on the East Coast. I called Camilla and she spent close to an hour on the phone with me, patiently answering all of my questions and also educating me regarding health testing, temperament and what to look for in a breeder. Once we brought our puppy home, Camilla continued to patiently answer all of my questions and offer advice as we went through the puppy stage. I knew nothing, as I had not had a dog since I was a teenager, and Camilla was extremely patient as I learned how to be the best partner I could for my dog. Almost six year later, and I still feel like I have the best dog in the world. Mia is everything I wanted and so much more. She is sweet, smart, strong, gentle, and always dedicated to her family. Through Mia, I discovered how much fun dog training is, and that led to dog sports. Mia has excelled at everything we have tried - nose work, dock diving and we are now training in IGP (Schutzhund.) Mia goes everywhere with our family - camping, hotels, airport, stores, even wine tasting. I receive complements almost daily on her temperament, intelligence and beauty. I have thanked Camilla over and over again for trusting me with one of her wonderful dogs. read more

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As a veterinarian from CA, I and have had the privilege of having 5 Sentinel Harts German Shepherds over the years. I am a firm believer that one should only breed to promote the best in that breed. Camilla's commitment to that philosophy is seen in may ways. She test's for degenerate myelopathy, a tragic and heart retching disease in this breed. We have had 3 dogs from a prominent kennel in Washington and they all went down with DM. She has an uncanny aptitude to evaluate her breeding pairs and their puppies. Matching the attributes and personalities to what her clientele is looking for. Camilla's dogs do not disappoint, 3 of our dogs have herding titles. They are all intelligent, focused, loyal and integral part of our family. I bring a different one to my hospital each day and they are impressive ambassadors. Trust her, she will not lead you astray. Thank you Camilla read more

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We are so lucky to have found Camilla and SentinelHarts! Our Kona is 6 and has been the best family dog for us. She is loyal, protective, a good traveler, smart, healthy, loves her routines. We recently went out of town for 5 days and missed her so much! The dog sitter said she was the best dog she's ever watched. I'm sure we will add another from Camilla at some point. read more

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I stumbled upon Camilla's website online looking for puppies after searching shelter websites and finding all puppies were spoken for. I'm so glad that I did! We toured her property and I was very impressed with her dogs and her breeding program and philosophy. This was my first working line GSD and she was able to recommend an incredible trainer as well. We were so impressed and happy with our first dog, 2 years later we came back for our second! Couldn't be happier or recommend her enough for great confirmation, stable temperament, beautiful, loving dogs! read more

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When I first moved out to the Bay Area (March 2019), I knew that I would be interested in adding to my family by getting a puppy. I did some searching and found SentinelHarts, who looked to have the type of German Shepherd I was looking for, the puppies looked beautiful. After Camilla gave me a tour of the property I knew immediately that this was where I was going to get my puppy. Persistence and patience paid off and in January of this year I got my little sable boy. Throughout the entire process Camilla was always so forthcoming and involved, which I always appreciated. Anyone who visits the kennel knows how much she cares for her dogs, and the time and effort she puts into training them, shows you are going to get an intelligent boy or girl. I think maybe the most important thing about SentinelHarts is that when you pick them they also pick you, this isn't the type of kennel that sells a dog and then never speaks to you again. It's a commitment and a partnership for the life of the dog. I wouldn't have it any other way, and I would suggest Camilla to anyone who was looking for a German Shepherd, and I have! read more

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Layla is an active intelligent and healthy companion dog. She keeps me busy in obedience and Nosework training. She's quite athletic and compact in size, but powerful. Layla loves to learn and is a great hiking companion. We take her everywhere with our other male German Shepherd. She's got great ball drive and wants to play. We love our beautiful girl from Sentinel Harts! read more

My boyfriend had wanted a German Shepherd for years, so when we finally decided it was time to add to our dog family, we did a lot of research. I came across Sentinelharts website and sent an inquiry to Camilla. She got back to me quickly and we talked for about an hour. I was happy to answer her questions because it showed she cared about who she gave her puppies to. When the pups were older and it was safe to do so, we met mom and dad, then the pups. She answered questions for us, really got to know us and which pup would be a good fit. Once Draego was old enough for us to take home, we felt as prepared as we possibly could for a new GSD puppy. That was 7 years ago and Draego has been a dream. He's healthy, has a sweet temperament and we had no issues getting hips and elbows registered. We've kept in contact with some of his litter mates even, and yes still update Camilla on how he's doing. I've recommended her to other people and don't regret anything. He's been a wonderful addition to our family. read more

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We've added two family members from Sentinel Harts over the last 13 years and couldn't be happier nor more satisfied with our experience working with Camilla and raising our puppies. Our dogs were/are great looking, healthy, with a strong drive, and highly smart. Strongly recommend Camilla for her knowledge, diligence, follow-up, and dedication to her dogs. read more

Best dog ever! This review is long overdue. My pup just turned 4! Her name is Tilli von SentinelHarts (Wilma). From the T2 litter. I made the right choice getting my GSD from SentinelHarts. She is an amazing dog. So very clever, has perfect hips and elbows, an amazing temperament and personality to boot. She is so smart, and with the right amount of training during her wonder years, she is such a pleasure to be around. Not to mention so beautiful and nearly every day someone comments on her looks. She is the perfect dog. Smart, loyal, healthy, cheeky. Just perfect. Exactly what I wanted. Camilla is an amazing breeder and dedicates her life to these amazing dogs. You can tell how much she cares about her pups. Not only does she first ensure that one of her pups is right for you, she will match you with the right litter based on how you plan to raise your dog, whether your plans involve working together, competing or just learning the basics and kicking it around the house. And the relationship doesn't end once you take your pup home. She is always there to answer any questions or concerns you may have. Even if it's years down the track. It's also amazing to me that part of the puppy contract you must sign says that under any circumstance where you cannot care for your dog anymore, you must give it back to her. She truly cares about the wellbeing of her pups. I couldn't be happier with SentinelHarts. read more

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Camilla breeds the most amazing GSD's . She is extremely knowledgeable about the breed and works hard to produce healthy working dogs of sound and biddable temperament. Camilla also trains and has titled a number of the dogs she has ,in shutzhund, obedience and herding. When I was looking for another GSD in 2016 I was referred To Camilla by another GSD person and have been so impressed with her the facility , the dogs,and commitment to them. Her knowledge and an extraordinary website full of information about her dogs and GSD in generals impressive to say the least. She is available anytime for any reason to any person that purchases a dog from SentinelHarts which is an amazing commitment from a breeder. I went up to the kennel to look at an older girl, I didn't really want to get a puppy as I am getting up there in years but I took one look at the stunning Yakobi X Pepe puppy and just felt years younger ! This puppy Hokulani was the most beautiful black sable I had ever seen in my life (it is also my favorite coat color), and I have had GSD's for almost 50years !!! Camilla was so accommodating and I met and played with the dam and sire .Then I play with the 4-5month old puppy for a bit and took her home that day .I also know some of the other owners of SentinelHart dogs all are very happy with their dogs. I have had GSD's for many years and have done a wide variety of things with them including therapy, obedience , tracking, flyball , and search and rescue. In my experience as a trainer and behavioral consultant I have met and worked with hundreds of dogs.This one of the nicest GSD's I have ever owned, Hokulani whose call name is Kayla has great food and toy motivation making her very easy to train . She earned her novice and intermediate trick dog titles and her CGC all done before she was a year old. Kayla is great with other dogs has wonderful dog manners and likes to play with both large and small dogs. She is very good with all the other animals she has met and lives with a dog friendly cat. I am sure that she has some herding potential and we will see come spring. We have started doing some tracking which she totally loves being a very nose oriented girl more titles could be in her future. This dog is so well balanced she could probably do most sports and her preliminary hip x-rays were very good. She is so beautiful I can't take her anywhere without people stopping me and asking about her. This is what a well breed GSD should be! Thank you so MUCH Camilla Sherri Lippman and Hokulani (Kayla) read more

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Thank you Camilla for an absolutely amazing dog! You listened to what I wanted, and steered me to the right litter. Alina has taught me so much, and makes our lives better every day read more

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Excellent dogs! Camilla is extremely knowledgeable breeder, responsible and responsive. She keeps the highest standard!

I am so grateful that I was introduced to Camilla while searching for a German Shepherd dog breeder in 2016. Having been raised with GSD's and then very active with GSD rescue, I was eager to get my first breeder dog. Camilla is extremely passionate about breeding and breeding dogs with a solid temperament and structure. She allows the families to meet the pups at 6 weeks and determine your pick and then at 8 weeks take your bundle of joy home. I have learned so much more about the breed, their workability and forever grateful to Camilla! My boy is 2.5 yrs and we are working to get his Canine Good Citizen certificate now. read more

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We got our GSD from SentinelHarts in 2013, and it was one of the best decisions we have ever made. As other reviewers mentioned, Camilla is great to work with. She was incredibly responsive, answered all questions, was informative, and in the end helped match us to a dog that fit our lifestyle and desires. We wanted a family dog and we are so happy we went with Camilla & SentinelHarts to add a GSD to our "pack"! Our girl Kira is loving, intelligent, goofy, athletic, beautiful, good with kids, calm around other dogs, and is the protector of our house. People comment on how impressive and beautiful our dog is nearly every time we're out with her. We love her so much and are so grateful for Camilla and her top of the line breeding program. Kira will be 7 this year and she is so healthy, rare are our trips to the vet (other than regular check ups)! If you're looking for a GSD with excellent lineage, temperament, and health I highly recommend you select SentinelHarts. Camilla was amazing from the very start of the process and still is, whenever we have dog related questions or concerns! We are so grateful!! read more

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I was looking for a family dog that enjoyed water, playing fetch, and good with children. I found my match. This breeder is great and I would recommend anyone looking for a great temperament gsd to look no further and come here. It's worth it. Today is actually Shastas 1st birthday and she is just a little ball of sunshine always ready to play she is such a outgoing, loving dog. read more

Camilla is absolutely the best. She loves every dog in her huge family. Not only does she give all her dogs the best food, vet care and attention, she follows up with just about everyone who has one of her dogs. This is the best breeder not only in the bay area, but perhaps the entire United States. Her dogs are police K9, trackers, search and rescue, herders and so much more. Our GSD Shiloh is now 8 1/2 years old, she is strong, healthy, energetic and shows absolutely no signs of slowing down. Call Camilla, go see her dogs, you won't leave without a new family member. read more

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I can't recommend this breeder enough! She's more than a 'breeder'. Camilla and her family are dedicated to raising genetically solid dogs that are highly motivated and driven. I've had 'dogs' before. I've never had dogs like these though. Their intelligence and drive to learn and please has been an incredible experience. I made a couple visits before bringing my babies home (two different puppies, two different litters over time). The facility is her family home, but is absolutely a professional kennel. Clean and well cared for, you can be sure your future baby has been exposed to many different experience and even different species of domestic animals. Camilla is thorough and has the well being of her dogs in the forefront of her mind. She helps guide families towards selecting dogs that match their home lives and activity levels and space available in the home. She is highly ethical. If it isn't a good fit, the puppy will not be placed. The puppy contract I received with my puppies was very thought out and included many health related documents of the parents. Like I said... I can't say enough! Thank you Camilla sa read more

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SentinelHarts is the epitome of a responsible breeding programme that truly cares about preserving the traits of the working line German Shepherd. Camilla takes the health and wellbeing of the line exceptionally seriously, with several generations of health information available on her pups. Throughout the entire process of getting a puppy from SentinelHarts, Camilla's focus was on finding us the perfect match for our family and circumstances. With Echo being our first ever dog, we had a very steep learning curve. Camilla was incredibly supportive throughout the tricky first few months while we worked on house-training, and with her being so generous with her time and advice, Echo has developed into a wonderful companion. Anyone that spends time with Echo comments on how impressively well-trained he is, not only for his age but even compared to adult dogs they've interacted with (being fully trusted in any house whether ours or a completely new environment, including all the rules such as staying off the furniture and remaining calm, by 6 months old). I can rarely take Echo for a walk without getting at least one compliment from a stranger on what a beautiful dog he is. Camilla's pups are sound, biddable, whip-smart, and beautiful; and her depth of knowledge sets any owner (whether a pet or working home) up for real success. We wouldn't change a thing. read more

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I have wanted a German Shepherd for years. I had fostered GSD's in college, and had been a vet tech for several years and have seen all sizes, shapes, and temperaments of GSD's. When we began our search, my fiancé and I had a pretty good idea what we were looking for. We did NOT want the hyper-angulated standard black and tan, but had fallen in love with the dark sable color and working-dog type build. After looking at a dozen breeders, we happened to find Sentinel Harts and the rest is history! Camilla was very welcoming when we visited her kennel, and her GSD welcoming committee was very sweet! She was very interested in what we were like as people and gave us her opinion on which upcoming litter would be best for us. Once the puppies arrived, we decided on one in particular from the pictures, but Camilla encouraged us to visit if we could, which was hard since we live in Southern California. We ended up going to visit, and it's a good thing we did because the puppy we had chose online was not the one for us. Instead, our amazing boy Otto (Urban Legend) picked us and we could not be happier! In fact, I am so proud of him that he has his own Instagram (@mynameisotto) so I can post as many picture of him as I want! He is such a smart, amazing, handsome dog! Everywhere we go (and I know people always say this), but literally everywhere we go with him people take notice and comment on what a handsome boy he is. Even in his training class, which consists of dozens of GSD's, Malinois, and Dutch Shepherds, people notice Otto and his solid nerve and drive and his good looks. His is a favorite among the trainers and enjoys his training. Camilla is wonderful about answering e-mails, offering advice, and answering questions. She sincerely cares about her dogs and what happens to them and helps you as much as she can. If you are a RESPONSIBLE person looking for a GSD, than I would highly recommend Camilla and Sentinel Harts. read more

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Once we decided we wanted a GSD, it was really important for us to to find a responsible breeder. We are first time GSD owners, and our goal was to avoid "back yard breeding" hip issues and poor temperaments in order to purchase a healthy, well-balanced, family dog. After much research we found Camilla at Sentinel Harts German Shepherds. Her passion and dedication to her dogs became evident through her dedication to the breed; from her careful litter planning to thorough testing, training and knowledge of the breed. With Camilla's guidance, we picked the perfect pup for our family. Our girl Bleu is healthy, happy, confident, intelligent, playful, loving and absolutely beautiful. We couldn't be any happier with her. read more

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Beautiful, balanced, genetically sound dogs. My girl is 2 now and I wouldn't go anywhere else to get a gsd puppy! read more

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We can't say anything but good things about SentinelHarts German Shepherds! Our story with Camilla is a special one and we were destined to get TWO beautiful dogs from her. Not an outing on the trail goes by without someone commenting on how beautiful our shepherds are. They truly are amazing dogs and Camilla knows her stuff. I know there are breeders out there who don't do their homework or take pride in breeding and cut corners. SentinelHarts is the exact opposite and we will forever be grateful for the "kids" we got from them! read more

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Our family lost our German Shepard in June. We know we wanted another GSD so we started the search and we had some not so great experiences with other breeders. Some people breed dogs for fun or because they thing they have a pretty dog . . . . then we talked with Camilla and her team. OMG LOVE LOVE LOVE her and the dog I got from her. Temperament is key for me, my last dog had a bit of a anxious streak. I wanted a very stable dog. My girl is only 6 months old, but she is a lover and unbelievably stable for a young dog. I am looking forward to many years with her. read more

I called the lady today because a Breeder (Vet) introduced her to me. She has good dogs maybe great dogs' And I don't know how she does her business because I did not buy a dog from her. If you want to buy a dog from her be careful of what you say. She is extremely temperamental and judgemental. The actual words came from her mouth is this "Specially people like you" that is me... she doesn't even know me. I talked to her for 5 minutes. What did I say?? "I don't want any string attached" "I want to purchase a dog outright." Also she was eating food while on the phone talking to me: I say: if you want to buy a dog from her, think twice or be very careful of what you say. She sells her dogs to very special people :)lol her price is what it should be people from other States charge the same $2500.00 but there are also other people on AKC marketplace that have practically the same dogs and even better for $1200.00 and or less. in fact there are Vet breeders that ask for less. Good Luck with your dog search read more

For as long as I can remember I have always wanted a dog. Every time I did well on a test, Christmas was coming up, or if it was my birthday I would ponder asking my parents if I could have a dog. Finally, after many years of wondering, I asked my parents just before my fifteenth birthday. To my surprise, they agreed! The dog of choice was a german shepherd. My dad looked for any breeders nearby and we came by Camila Hart, a german shepherd breeder with what seemed to be like quite a lot of experience. We went and visited her and her dogs and spent hours asking questions about the german shepherds. After leaving, we were promised a puppy! It was to be in her "D4" litter and we were first in line! We gladly signed a contract and her other agreements too. When the "C4" litter was born someone wanted to move down since they wanted a boy. However, we never really wanted to be moved up and would rather remain in "D4", but she moved us up anyways. Still, this wasn't too bad and we still were getting the black, female german shepherd we wanted. At this point, it had been at least two months that we had been in contact with her. About 4 weeks afterward, the puppy we had reserved had to be put down due to sustained head injuries. After learning, I spent the next two days crying. I can easily get emotionally attached and it broke my heart knowing that the puppy that was destined for me was now dead. I had spent almost 3 months dreaming, thinking, and preparing for the puppy. It was already bad enough, but Camila showed no empathy for how my family and I felt. She didn't abide by the rules of the contract which state, "Any deposits on litters that are not fulfilled are transferred to the next available litter." Instead, she moved us to the last litter available, despite having four available litters. We were willing to compromise and my father tried talking to her, but she immediately burst into anger because my dad didn't understand why we were in the last available litter. She started yelling at my dad who was trying to keep a calm composure. She then followed by hanging up and told us to find another breeder and returned our deposit. Overall, she was stubborn, rude, and mean to my dad. I didn't know what to do. My promised dog was gone, the three months I spent researching was wasted, my family was sad, and worst of all we were shown zero sympathy. I'm fifteen and I have never written a review before, but I believe this needs to be said so no one is shoved into the dirt like my family. If you are looking for a dog breeder, I recommend you find someone else who doesn't treat you like trash after three months of waiting. Edit: Mrs. Hart, In response to your comment, I would like to clear up a few things. I was a part of the "party to the conversation" and I read every text and was a part of every phone call. Don't try to discredit what I have to say. My father tried to get a better understanding of what was happening, but you just yelled at him. I've never seen anyone show such disrespect to my father or anyone else. If you really felt bad then you would've tried to reason out things. No matter how you feel yelling and hanging up is not "resolution", it is most definitely rude. read more

I absolutely love my Dax (D3 litter). He's sound, smart & everything our family could've hoped for. read more

SentinelHarts German Shepherds - Dax (D3) in the Yale Forest - Pets Near Me

I was looking for a purebred German Shepard and after screening several breeders I went to check out SentinelHarts. I was impressed right away with Camilla's interest in me and my goals for the puppy and also what kind of owner I would be for the dog. She has everyone's best interests truly at heart. SentinelHarts is a very well run operation, with keeping things clean for the puppies a top priority. (She had us dip our shoes in a bleach solution before we could enter the pen with the puppies.) She was patient, and willing to let us come in several times to select the right puppy, and then allowing us to visit our puppy before she was old enough to come home with us. Camilla's commitment to the process is outstanding, she wants to be sure that each puppy is well received and fitting into their new home. She has called to check on us and how things are going with our new pup several times. The puppy came with a very well organized booklet with all the information we needed about our dog and new puppy information. Our puppy is beautiful, a sable female, with a friendly disposition, who likes to play, but is willing to take commands from us. We are having great success training her, and look forward to many years with this new member of our family! read more

I cannot say enough great things about sentinel hearts and Camilla. Two years ago, my husband and I were ready to get our first German shepherd dog ( I was a first time gsd owner). She was so knowledgeable and gave us so much great information about the breed. What really Intrigued me, was her asking us what type of dog personality we envisioned having and what we wanted from our pet. She really cares about her dogs and what homes they go to, you can tell she loves what she does. Flash forward, we got our gsd Luna from her and she is the best dog- her temperament is incredible and she is a great family dog- playful, smart, loyal, and patient ( to be honest I had a different idea of what gsd were like until we got Luna). She is so gentle and kind with our baby as well, you can tell Luna has great breeding. You will not be disappointed- also explains why she has a long waiting list for her dogs! read more

When my bf and I were looking to get a purebred sable german shepherd puppy, we visited several breeders around the east Bay Area. We finally decided to choose SentinelHart. The living environment for the dogs is great, it is very clean. All dogs are looking very stunning. The most important thing is that Camilla always has the best interest in heart. For me, as a new dog parent, Camilla was being really considerable and helped us choose the best puppy for us. We had several visits with our puppy before he was old enough to go home with us. After we got him home, Camilla checked on our puppy several times to make sure he was on the right track. She is also quick at responding whenever I have any sort of questions or concerns. Overall, she would be the number one person whom I would definitely recommend if anyone is looking to get a shepherd. read more

SentinelHarts German Shepherds - Pets Near Me

I began researching breeders in the Spring of 2014. I knew I wanted a GS, but I didn't know from whom I wanted to buy. I also knew I wanted a dark colored GS, black or sable. Not exactly the best criteria to use when looking for a responsible breeder, but by sheer luck or happy coincidence, I found Camilla at SentinelHarts. From the first email, Camilla was very engaging and interested in what my goals were in finding a GS puppy. She was/is very accommodating and welcoming to her kennels. My opinion, when a breeder runs a clean and tight kennel, visitors should not only be welcomed, they should be encouraged. At that first meeting she was very patient and gracious and answered all questions asked. Her welcoming committee, the three or four well-mannered GSDs that were running around, were also very gracious and gentle. As a breeder, Camilla is quite well-versed in the history, characteristics, temperament, personality, quirks, and traits of the working line of GSDs. Her focus is on furthering and bettering the breed through careful, selective breeding, knowing the full extent of each mating pair's medical, pedigree, and working/titling history. This is not hobby breeding. This is a business with serious goals and achievements. Post-purchase, her engagement and interest in her puppies and clients is equal to the pre-purchase interaction. She's always responsive to questions and concerns about the puppies' welfare and progress in their new homes. If you're looking for a working-line GSD, contact Camilla and let her know what your goals are and what you're looking for. If the fit's not right for you or the puppy, she'll let you know that too. Her pups are definitely quality. T litter (Yakobi x Ivo) read more

We've been extremely pleased with our experience with Camilla. She loves and cares about all of her dogs even after they leave to go to their new homes. We couldn't be happier with our currently eleven month old male Otis, and the continued communication and support from Camilla when needed. They are extremely careful with matching bloodlines for health and behavior traits, sustaining physical and mental health of the dogs, and they breed litters ranging from professional working dogs to home companions. I highly recommend including her in part of the search of your puppy. read more

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We've had our GSD for 1.5 years and she is amazing. Great balance of drive and personality. Go visit.

My husband found Camilla and we were lucky enough to get one of her puppies. We were allowed to visit the litter twice before making our final decision on which puppy we would call our own. We were able to meet the mom as well. Our girl is now 1 and she is the love of our lives. She is so smart and vibrant. She is attentive and motivated. She loves her daily training sessions and looks forward to being mentally worked. I look forward to getting other pups from Camilla in the future! read more

SentinelHarts German Shepherds - Pets Near Me

They are what breeders should be. Focusing on health, confirmation and temperament. We are extremely grateful for the time put into helping us find the right dogs for us and for the friendships we've made. read more

Sentinel Harts is BEST!The Hart family shares their love and expertise of this amazing breed with you while providing the perfect furry companion/worker you desire.One could not ask for higher quality people,service,and dogs.I will be forever greatful to Camilla and Jeff for their above and beyond service along with my fur baby Miss Bella Rose Vonn Trixx.After owning many great Shepherds over a lifetime I have finally found the place where all the rest will come from ~ read more

After having researched breeders in the area and visiting a few we were came across SentinelHarts quite by accident. They were recommended to us by a breeder in Kansas. We visited Camilla and just fell in love with her. She was direct and asked us very pointed questions about our readiness to bring in a puppy and eventually a big dog into our lives. Once the puppy was born she frequently sent us pictures and when we visited her and she spent over 2 hours answering our questions. She's made a real effort to make us feel comfortable and we eventually got exactly the pup we wanted. She breeds working dogs and its quite incredible to see the difference between a strong working dog and a dog bred for show. We got a male pup Zeus from her, He's now 16 weeks old - really strong, a head-turner and very amenable to training. We made a great decision by going to SentinelHarts. read more

We got our (now 11 month old) German Shepherd from Camilla at Sentinel Harts. I have owned many German Shepherds, and I think this dog is the best one yet! Camilla was great about letting me meet her dogs, helping me pick a good litter (really breed combination...I had to wait for the actual litter) based on what I wanted. I was looking for a family dog that I could also do obedience and tracking with, and our pup is just wonderful! She has drive, but not so much she can't chill w/the family. I also love the amount of communication and photos Camilla provides when the pups are born and up until 8 weeks old. She cares about every pup, and it shows! read more

We got one of their puppies four years ago, a wonderful, solid black, true example of the breed. What makes all the difference are Camilla and her family. They really love their puppies, they stay in touch, they answer questions, they support you all the way. I would not consider to get a puppy from anyone else. We liove a few states away so we never had a chance to visit in person, but relied on Camilla's judgement - and she was right on the dot. read more