Our laboratory is staffed with expertly trained geneticists, veterinarians, and technicians. We are equipped with the latest testing technology and analyze each mutation with two independent methods to provide you the highest accuracy in the industry.

• All mutations offered are based on the published, medical literature
• Board-certified geneticist by the American Board of Medical Genetics on staff
• Each mutation is tested twice, with two independent methods
• All results are reviewed and reported by both a PhD geneticist and a veterinarian
• Majority of test results accepted by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals
• Diagnostic-grade DNA extracted from a variety of accepted sample types

Our Health Guarantee to You*

Health Check Policy — Before your puppy is sent home to you, he or she has undergone an extensive veterinary health check have followed our vaccination and deworming protocols in an effort to ensure your puppy arrives healthy and happy. 

Year 1 Health Guarantee — If, within one year of purchase, your puppy is found to have a congenital or hereditary condition which adversely affects your puppy's health, we will provide you with a replacement puppy of equivalent value when one  is available.

. HIP/ELBOW GUARANTEE: The puppy is guaranteed by Von Starlite Kennel German Shepherds to OFA as being Excellent, Good, or Fair by 24 months of age provided the following conditions are met: a) must be x-rayed and submitted to OFA by the age 24 months. B) Von Starlite Kennel German Shepherds requires a copy of the x-rays. c) The dog has not been abused or involved in any type of accident where bones are broken or bruised. d) The dog has been properly nourished and exercised. No jumping out of trucks, catching Frisbees in midair, etc. until fully developed at 2 years of age. e) The dog must not be bred before 2 years of age. f) The dog must be kept healthy and not overweight; breeder may request photos or vet statements for proof of weight. g) VON STARLITE KENNEL GERMAN SHEPHERDS has been provided with a veterinarian report of medical history and OFA report. The German Shepherds breed is prone to hip dysplasia, do not over-feed or over-exercise your dog and, do not over-exercise your dog during his or her growth period.  No jumping out of trucks, catching Frisbees in midair, etc. until fully developed at 2 years of age

Your Obligations

YOU MUST FULFILL THESE OBLIGATIONS, AS EXPLAINED HEREIN, OR THIS HEALTH GUARANTEE WILL TERMINATE AND BECOME NULL AND VOID* 

You must have your puppy examined by a licensed veterinarian within two (2) business days of receipt of the puppy and, to ensure the health of your dog, you must visit the veterinarian on a regular basis ensuring your dog receives proper health checkups and timely inoculations. 

Your puppy comes with up to date vaccinations. You therefore should not vaccinate the puppy within the first ten (10) days of receiving the puppy to avoid over vaccination.