Black German Shepherd Puppies · From $5,500

Black German Shepherd Puppies for Sale

Looking for black German Shepherd puppies for sale? A solid black German Shepherd is one of the most striking dogs alive. But the color is the least important thing about the puppy. What matters is the genetics behind it, and there's no finer genetic material in the world than what we work with.

Simanovich Protection Dogs has offered the finest in proven protection and companion dogs since 1978. Wayne Simanovich is a National Champion, North American Champion and World Team Champion, and our black German Shepherd puppies come from the same top-producing working genetics as the protection dogs we train and place with families. Black German Shepherd puppies are from $5,500. We deliver to your door.

Black German Shepherd puppies for sale with a young girl – Simanovich Protection Dogs

Trusted by People You Know

THE TONIGHT SHOW · ESPN'S GREAT OUTDOORS · THE JOE ROGAN PODCAST · AMERICAN HARD ASSETS · GUN WORLD

For nearly 50 years, when national media wants to show America what a protection dog is, they talk about us.

Featured on the Tonight Show

Terry Bradshaw talks about his protection dog on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.

48 Years. One Standard. The Man Behind Every Dog.

Wayne Simanovich holding an Elite Protection Dog

My name is Wayne Simanovich. Training protection dogs since 1978 — that's not a marketing number. Nineteen years old when I started, and still doing it every day.

Competing against the best dogs and handlers in the world, across six countries, and placing dogs with executives, politicians, entertainers, athletes, and government officials. But the phone calls that matter most are the ones from families who just want to feel safe in their own home. Those calls come in every day.

The world is not a safe place. The stories come in daily. People who've had a break-in. People who live alone and don't sleep well. People whose jobs make them visible. People who just had kids and started thinking about security for the first time. The answer is always the same: a well-trained dog changes the equation.

A protection dog turns constant vigilance into quiet confidence. You stop checking the windows. You stop lying awake listening. The dog is listening for you. And it's also your companion, your family member, and a lot of fun. That's the whole point of Huggable Security.

Founded this company in 1978. Most of my competitors weren't born yet. Every piece of genetic material we breed from is personally selected, and the standard every dog has to meet is set by me. But this isn't done alone. My staff has been with me for decades — some of them more than thirty years. They're the reason this standard holds. It hasn't moved in 48 years, and it's not going to.

When your dog arrives at your door, it's the product of a time-honored system and a staff that has raised hundreds of dogs for families just like yours. We've changed a lot of lives. Welcome to Huggable Security.

Black German Shepherd Puppy Pricing

Price depends on the individual dog — its genetics, its training, and what it's ready to do for your family. A black German Shepherd puppy is the first of our three levels.

Black German Shepherd puppy for sale – Simanovich Protection Dogs

Black German Shepherd Puppies

From $5,500

Eight to twelve weeks old. Solid black, from top-producing working genetics. Socialized with children, adults and other animals from the earliest weeks. The raw potential to become a protection dog — not there yet.

See puppies for sale
Gunner, trained adolescent German Shepherd – Simanovich Protection Dogs

Trained Adolescents

$15,000 – $25,000

Young dogs with obedience training already done. Evaluated by our trainers for temperament, drives and trainability. A limited number are available by pre-order only at $10,000.

See trained adolescents
Django, fully trained adult German Shepherd protection dog – Simanovich Protection Dogs

Fully Trained Adults

$45,000 – $65,000

Off-leash obedience and full personal protection. A finished dog — security and companionship.

See fully trained adults

There are exceptions in every age group. For the full picture, see our complete pricing page.

Why a Solid Black German Shepherd Puppy from Us?

You'll see black German Shepherd puppies advertised everywhere, often as if the color were the selling point. It isn't. A solid black coat is a color, not a quality. Two puppies can look identical and be nothing alike in temperament, drive and nerve.

We're not breeding for color, and we're not working with every breed. Our staff works with German Shepherds and Belgian Malinois only, from top-producing genetic material, with a proven system. When a black puppy comes from that genetic material, you get the striking look and the working ability in the same dog.

Protection dogs are born. Training brings out what the genetics put there. It can't create what isn't there. That's why the genetics come first and the color comes last.

When you buy quality, you only cry once.

What Sets Our Black German Shepherd Puppies Apart

  • Genetics most people can't get. Our breeding relationships were built over decades at the top of the sport.
  • The same standard as our trained dogs. Our puppies come from the genetic material we choose for our own protection dog program.
  • Raised for temperament first. The Huggable Security™ standard starts at birth. Puppies are socialized with children, adults and other animals from the earliest weeks.
  • Evaluation. Every puppy is evaluated by my staff for temperament before it's placed.
  • A personal match. We learn your lifestyle, your home and your security needs before we place a puppy.
  • Delivered to your door.

What Makes a Solid Black German Shepherd Different?

Most German Shepherds are sable or black and tan. A solid black German Shepherd is less common. It isn't a separate breed — it's a coat color, and a puppy is solid black only when both parents carry the recessive gene for it.

Black or not, a German Shepherd from the right genetic material has the same intelligence, the same athletic ability and the same trainability. Any German Shepherd, any color, can be the most awesome dog in the world or the most useless. The individual dog is what counts, and choosing the individual is the job of an experienced trainer.

Black German Shepherd Puppy or a Trained Adult?

A puppy lets you raise your dog from the start and build the bond from the first week. It's the most affordable way in, and it takes time, patience and consistent training before a puppy becomes a protection dog. A fully trained adult is a finished dog. If you want a dog that's trained in the protection phases, this is it. Fully trained adults are priced at $45,000–$65,000. We deliver to your door. We speak with every buyer before any purchase to help you choose the right option for your household.

Ask About Available Dogs

Black German Shepherd Puppies - Frequently Asked Questions

How much do black German Shepherd puppies cost?

Our black German Shepherd puppies are from $5,500. Obedience-trained adolescents are $15,000 to $25,000, with a limited number available by pre-order only at $10,000. Fully trained adults are $45,000 to $65,000.

Are black German Shepherds a separate breed?

No. A solid black German Shepherd is a coat color of the German Shepherd breed, not a separate breed. A puppy is solid black when both parents carry the recessive gene for the black coat.

Do black German Shepherds make good protection dogs?

The color has nothing to do with it. A black German Shepherd from top-producing working genetics, with the right temperament and the right training, can make an outstanding protection dog. So can a sable one. Protection dogs are born, and training brings out what the genetics put there.

What is the difference between a black German Shepherd puppy and a trained adult?

A puppy is potential: the right genetics, not yet trained. A fully trained adult is a finished dog, trained in off-leash obedience and the protection phases. Puppies are from $5,500, and fully trained adults are $45,000 to $65,000.

Are black German Shepherds rare?

They're less common than sable or black-and-tan German Shepherds, because both parents have to carry the recessive gene for the black coat. Our black puppies are limited. Contact us for current availability.

Once I've decided on a protection dog, how do I receive it?

All three age groups — trained adults, adolescents, and puppies — are delivered to your door, anywhere in the world. You're always welcome and encouraged to visit our North Carolina facility — where you'll see some of the top working dogs in the world. What's even better is if you come and visit, then follow up with delivery to your door.

How big do black German Shepherds get?

The same size as any German Shepherd. Males typically stand 24 to 26 inches at the shoulder and weigh 65 to 90 pounds. Females typically stand 22 to 24 inches and weigh 50 to 70 pounds.

They could have bought a dog from anyone in the world. They called us.

trusted&proven

Joey and Brittany with Wayne from Protection Dog

Joey and Brittany Logano
3x NASCAR Cup Series Champion


"Awesome dog! We love him. Definitely a security upgrade and lots of fun to train. Thanks Wayne!"

Terry Bradshaw purchased a protection dog from protectiondog.com

Terry Bradshaw
Hall of Fame Quarterback


We've had security issues on the ranch. Cash is by far the best thing we've done. He does such a great job and is now part of the family. We love him. Thanks Wayne. Cash is awesome.

Suzy Welch with Protection Dog

Suzy Welch
Author, Harvard Business Review


"Sir is simply the finest dog in the world!
Thank you Wayne. He's the best dog ever!"

Stan Kroenke With Wayne

Stan Kroenke
Owner, Los Angeles Rams and Denver Nuggets


Great dogs Wayne! They're a joy to own. All the best.

Dan with Wayne

Dan Whitney
AKA Larry the Cable Guy


To say Leena is a good dog is an insult. She's a GREAT dog! We are very pleased. The companionship and security provided by Leena is beyond compare. Thank you Wayne. She's perfect.

Burt Reynolds with Elite German Shepherd

Burt Reynolds
Actor, Director


Kong has been a real joy to own. He is a beautiful dog with a great temperament and expertly trained. Wayne was a real pro. Very Knowledgeable. Thanks Wayne! It's been great working with you.

Heath Shuler's protection dog review

Heath Shuler
US Congressman


Security is always a concern. There is no finer companionship and security than a well trained protection dog. There is no better provider of this type of dog than Wayne Simanovich. He knows what he's doing. Our dogs are a big part of our family.

Scottie Pippen with Wayne

Scottie Pippen
Chicago Bulls


Thanks Wayne. Just what we needed. We love him.

couple with black German shepherd in a wood
How it works

4 Steps. Here's what you do To buy A Trained Security Dog.

1

We select an age group

We focus on three areas. Fully Trained Adults. Obedience-Trained Adolescents and occasional puppies from our heralded breeding program.

2

Schedule an interview

Tell us about your lifestyle. Help us in selection. This is paramount to our success. Dogs are individuals just like you. What's perfect for one home may not fit in another.

3

Prepare for Delivery

We'll guide you through our process then deliver to your door. Of course, you're always welcome and encouraged to visit. With a visit you'll see some of the top working German Shepherds and Belgian Malinois in the world. Hundreds of successful deliveries since 1978.

4

Have some fun

Enjoy the companionship, security and fun of owning a well-bred and well-trained working dog. You'll never be without one!

Ready for some peace of mind in the form of a Trained Protection Dog?

Fill out the contact form and our office will forward information on our protection dogs and training. Schedule a call and we'll discuss a good fit for you and your family. Our team is ready to answer your questions, and to learn more about your individual situation. Learn how we can place a dog by your side and on your side. Welcome to Huggable Security™.

Tell us more.

We'll help you select your dog.

Wayne or a member of the team will reply within 24 hours.

I'm interested in

* Required. By submitting, you agree to receive emails and texts. Reply STOP anytime.

Prefer to talk? Call the office at 866-726-2810.

©1978-2026 ProtectionDog. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | Terms | Sitemap