Bred to work.
Raised to belong.
Wachhund Kennels breeds and trains Belgian Malinois and German Shepherds with the drive for work and sport — and the clear head and stable temperament to be a trusted partner at home.
Working dogs with a balanced mind
“Wachhund” is German for watchdog — a dog that is alert, capable and devoted to its people.
Every Wachhund dog is bred with workability, intelligence and athleticism in mind, without ever losing focus on health and stable temperament. The goal is simple: dogs that excel in work and sport while remaining confident, balanced companions.
And because breeding is only the beginning, Riley also trains — giving puppies and their families the foundation to reach their full potential.
Two sides of one passion
From carefully planned litters to structured training, every dog gets a strong start and a clear path forward.
Malinois & German Shepherd Puppies
Health-tested, titled parents. Puppies raised with daily enrichment and matched to homes by temperament, drive and energy.
Explore the program →Foundation, Service & Sport
Puppy foundations, early service dog development, obedience and sport preparation from a trainer who competes with her own dogs.
View training →What sets our dogs apart
Health First
Parents are tested for hips, elbows and degenerative myelopathy, with a full Embark genetic panel.
Proven Drive
Our dogs train and compete in French Ring, Dock Diving, Fast CAT and Scent Work.
Stable Temperament
Clear-headed, social and trustworthy — with an off-switch that makes them great to live with.
Raised at Home
Breeding dogs live in Riley’s home and trusted guardian homes, not in a kennel row.
Belgian Malinois & German Shepherds
Two of the world’s great working breeds, bred for the job and the home.
Belgian Malinois
German Shepherd
Training that builds partners
From first puppy lessons to service dog foundations and sport, Riley trains with the same structure and patience she puts into every litter — and the experience of a handler who competes with her own dogs.
Confident in public, focused on the job and calm at home: that’s the goal for every dog.
Meet Elly
“Riley raised my Belgian Malinois from 8 weeks to 8 months — French Ring, environmental exposure and service dog training. Today Elly is task trained and goes everywhere with me.”
How it works
Apply
Tell us about your home, lifestyle and goals — work, sport, service or active family.
Connect
Get to know Riley by message, phone or video and ask anything on your mind.
Reserve
Secure your spot on a litter with a $500 deposit, transferable to another litter.
Match
At about 6 weeks each puppy is evaluated for temperament, drive and energy, then matched to the right home.
We take great pride in placing our puppies in homes where they will truly thrive.Riley · Wachhund Kennels
Ready for your next partner?
Ask about upcoming litters, training availability, or which breed is the right fit for you.