Breeding & Training Dogs for Lives of Significance & Service® since 1977

OUR DOGS DO STUFF®

Welcome to Cher Car Kennels!

Celebrating 46 years of Serving the Dog Community

Founder CHERYL CARLSON of Cher Car Kennels in St. Johns, Michigan is one of the best known experts in the industry who has been training and breeding dogs professionally since 1977; providing guard dog service, teaching family companion dogs (manners, problem solving and behavior modification), training alert/assistance dogs, personal protection dogs and Police K-9s. Cher Car Kennels breeding program has produced more than 350 dogs (German, Belgian and Dutch Shepherds) that have gone on to certify as Police, Sheriff and Governmental Department K-9s and more than 100 dogs certified in Search and Rescue applications (wilderness, disaster, cadaver, avalanche and drowning rescue or recovery). In addition, over 200 dogs provide support as medical assistance dogs helping their owners mitigate disability related limitations by serving as Brace and Mobility (BMSD) dogs, Medical Alert (allergy, diabetic, seizure, migraine, psychiatric) service dogs, Listening Ear (hearing alert) dogs, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) service dogs and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) service dogs. The vast majority of our dogs, however, serve as loving and loyal family pets and protectors.
Current Litters
BELGIAN MALINOIS Cisco and Squibb litter born on September 4, 2023. For more information, visit our Belgian Malinois Puppies page. BELGIAN MALINOIS Cisco and Stone litter born September 12, 2023. For more information, visit our Belgian Malinois Puppies page. DUTCH SHEPHERDEkon and Clip litter born November 3, 2023. For more information, visit our Dutch Shepherd Puppies page. GERMAN SHEPHERDJohnny Vegas and Hooligan litter born November 21, 2023. For more information, visit our German Shepherd Puppies page.
Upcoming Litters
GERMAN SHEPHERD Kayser and Rhythm litter due on or around December 5, 2023. For more information, visit our German Shepherd Puppies page. DUTCH SHEPHERDHale and Arrow litter due on or around January 5, 2024. For more information, visit our Dutch Shepherd Puppies page.
Dogs for Sale
German Shepherd Dog. Intact female German Shepherd puppy born 3/29/2023 out of our Cher Car’s Johnny Vegas and Cher Car’s Spring Storm. She is a beautiful, willing pup that would be a perfect sport/working companion. Definitely NOT a couch potato. For additional information, visit our Dogs for Sale page.
Dogs for Adoption
None at this time. For additional information, visit our Dogs for Adoption page.
Dogs Available to Foster
None at this time. Visit our Dogs Available to Foster Homes page for the requirements to become a foster home.
Dog Boarding
Please visit our Dog Boarding page to make a reservation.
Dog Safety Awareness & Bite Prevention Training
Visit our Dog Bite Prevention page for more information.

Dog Training

Private LessonsWe have 46 years of dog training experience teaching family companions to be your best friend (manners, problem solving, behavior modification). If you need help training your dog, contact us for private lessons personalized for your specific needs. Visit our Private Lessons page for more information.
Boarding SchoolWe also offer in-kennel board and train services for your dog, allowing our experienced trainers to teach your dog over a one or two week period. Visit our Boarding School Training page for more information. Group Dog Obedience Class Our next 6 week session of GROUP DOG OBEDIENCE training classes will begin in 2024. Watch for the starting date to be announced in the future. Visit our Group Obedience Class page for more information.
Protection Dog Training for Beginner Dogs Our next 6 week session of Group PROTECTION DOG training classes (for beginner dogs only) will begin in 2024. Watch for the starting date to be announced in the future. Visit our Personal Protection Class page for more info. Group Nosework Classes for Beginner DogsOur next session 4 week session of GROUP NOSEWORK training classes (for beginner dogs only) will begin in 2024. Watch for the starting date to be announced in the future. Visit our Group Nosework Class page for more info. Protection Dog Training for Advanced Dogs Canine Personal Protection "Bite Nights" for Advanced Dogs will be offered on an intermittent basis. Watch for posted dates and times in the future. Visit our Personal Protection Class page for more info. Dock Jumping Classes Our next 4 week session of Group Dock Jumping classes will begin in June 2024. Visit our Dock Jumping Lessons page for more information.
2023 Events at Cher Car Kennels
UKC SHED HUNTJan 21-22, 2023. For more information, click here. UKC SPOT Testing May 19, 2023. For more information, click here. UKC Nosework May 19-20-21. 2023. For more information, click here. UKC Dock Jumping August 4-5-6, 2023. For more information, click here.
Dog Sports Open Personal Protection Dog Trial Aug 19-20, 2023. For more information, click here.
UKC Dock JumpingSept 1-2-3, 2023. For more information, click here. UKC Shed HuntSeptember 16-17, 2023. For more information, click here. UKC SPOT Testing October 13, 2023. For more information, click here.
UKC Nosework Oct 13-14-15, 2023. For more information, click here.

Our customers love us

  • "I can't say enough good things about Cher Car Kennels! The facilities are great. The staff are knowledgeable and friendly. Obedience classes & Boarding are top notch! This is the only place I'll take my dog!"
    Stephanie Hirsch
  • "The obedience class was worth every penny and then some. I picked Cher Car because of their experience with Shepherds! I couldn't be happier with the results in my GSD after training and the information I learned while in class. I would highly recommend Cher Car to anyone who wants to learn how to train their dog. I will likely attend more classes with Meeko. Thank you ladies!!!!"
    Melissa Dinkens
  • "My wife and I were lucky enough to pick up our little Duchess today from Cher Car Kennels. Duchess is a gorgeous GSD and we feel fortunate to have been able to get her from Cheryl and company!! Cheryl, Lori and Carol were absolutely incredible and took as much time with us as we needed to feel ready to take our little girl home to meet the pack. What a great day with these ladies. Their expertise in every aspect of this process is quite unique and excellent. We can't thank you enough and look forward to seeing you for training this fall. Just a top notch organization of dog lovers!"
    John Sebring
HIGH QUALITY
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EXPERIENCE
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BREEDING LEGACY
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Our Dogs Do Stuff®

Breeding and Training dogs for Lives of Significance and Service® since 1977
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