Voices from Our Extended Family:
Every StarFire Shepherd begins their journey with purpose, care, and devotion—and that journey continues in the lives of the incredible families who welcome them home. These testimonials are more than kind words; they’re reflections of trust, transformation, and the deep connection between human and dog. We’re proud to share these stories, and grateful to be a part of each one. Whether as loyal companions, working partners, or cherished members of the family, our dogs leave a lasting impact.
"Our Belle x Bear pup is thriving in her new home. She’s eager to learn and has the sweetest disposition. Serena’s program is truly exceptional.”
— Amanda & Josh | Astra
“We’ve had dogs before, but none with this level of early socialization and temperament. Our boy from Venus and Bear is calm, curious, and so bonded to our kids.”
— The Nguyen Family | Cosmo
"We were impressed by the health documentation, training foundation, and how well our Belle x Bear boy adjusted. He’s everything we hoped for.”
— The Reynolds Family | Orion
“Our Venus x Bear girl is a dream—gentle, playful, and incredibly smart. She came home already crate-trained and confident. Serena’s updates and guidance made us feel so connected throughout the process.”
— The Parkers Family | Selene
“Serena’s dedication shows in every detail—from health testing to temperament matching. Our Belle x Bear pup is thriving.”
— Jenna S. | Saphire
"Our Belle x Bear boy is gentle, eager to learn, and so bonded to our family. We couldn’t be happier.”
— The Thompsons Family | Atlas
"Our Venus x Bear pup is a gentle soul with a playful spark. She bonded instantly with our kids and has become the heart of our home. Serena’s updates and transparency made the whole process feel personal and reassuring.”
— The Delgados Family | Lyra
"We were drawn to StarFire’s ethics and transparency, and our Venus x Bear boy exceeded every expectation. He’s confident, responsive, and so loving. The early training made a huge difference.”
— The Carsons Family | Apollo
"Our Belle x Bear girl is thriving in her new home. She’s intuitive, eager to learn, and incredibly affectionate. Serena’s program gave her the perfect start.”
— The Meyers Family | Vega
"We’ve had shepherds before, but none with this level of early socialization and calm temperament. Our Belle x Bear pup is a joy to train and live with.”
— The Grants Family | Sirius
“From the moment we met our Belle x Bear boy, we knew he was special. He’s confident, curious, and so eager to please. The early exposure Serena provided made his transition seamless.”
— Kevin | Draco
“We were looking for a companion with a calm temperament and strong structure—and our Belle x Bear girl delivered. She’s thriving in her therapy dog training and has the sweetest disposition.”
— The Harley's Family | Kya
“Our Belle x Bear girl is a little comet—bright, fast, and full of joy. She’s already showing promise in scent work and is incredibly bonded to our family. Serena’s updates and guidance were invaluable.”
— The Whitmans Family | Hannah
“We were drawn to Belle’s elegance and Bear’s confidence—and our pup is the perfect blend. He’s thriving in his obedience class and has the sweetest temperament. We couldn’t be happier.
”— The Rodriguezes Family | Leo
“Our Venus x Bear girl is a dream. She’s affectionate, eager to learn, and has the most expressive eyes. We felt so supported throughout the process—Serena truly cares about her pups and their families.”
— The Changs Family | Saphra
“Nova is everything we hoped for—playful, gentle, and incredibly smart. She’s already learning commands and adores our kids. Serena’s updates made us feel like we were part of the journey from day one.”
— Angela & David | Nova
“Oberon is strong, steady, and wise beyond his weeks. He’s gentle with our older dog and fearless in new environments. Serena’s program gave him the perfect foundation.”
— The Langleys Family | Oberon
“Nyx is a little star—bright, bold, and full of joy. She’s gentle with our toddler and fearless in new environments. Serena’s guidance made us feel supported every step of the way.”
— The Sandovals Family | Nyx
“Rigel is calm, confident, and intuitive. He’s thriving in his training and already showing signs of being a fantastic companion dog. We’re so grateful for the care and transparency Serena provided.”
— The Everetts Family | Rigel
“Callisto is a gentle soul with a playful spark. She bonded instantly with our kids and has become the heart of our home. Serena’s transparency and warmth made the whole process feel personal.”
— The Dawsons Family | Callisto
“We named our girl Elara, and she’s already showing signs of being a therapy dog. She’s calm, responsive, and incredibly empathetic. Serena’s program gave her the perfect start.”
— The Harpers Family | Elara
“Zephyr is everything we hoped for—confident, affectionate, and so smart. He’s thriving in his puppy class and already knows several commands. Serena’s updates made us feel like part of the journey.”
— The McKenzies Family | Zephyr
"We brought our Lilly home in December of 2024. Lunara Shepherds was so wonderful to work with throughout the process. We got frequent photos and check ins on how she was doing prior to our pickup date. They were willing to meet us, as we were driving from a very long distance.
Lilly has the best personality and is extremely healthy- not to mention absolutely beautiful. She is the perfect addition to our family. We would happily get another pup from them in the future!"
--The Lutz Family | Lilly
"We got our little lady Nova from her, and it was probably the best thing me and my boyfriend did. Daily updates, Papers and a puppy starter bag of toys, blanket, some food. 100% if we get another puppy I’m going to her first because we got a prefect pup from them and she is thriving and full of life."
--The Judd Family | Nova
"The most honest and upfront breeder, I enjoyed the daily pictures of my pup and she answered all my questions to a T.. She gave me the health screening of her parents and any information that was needed.. I will definitely come see her if I decide on another pooch."
-- The Santiago Family | Ava
"Highly recommend! Updates, pictures, and videos daily/weekly until my puppy was ready. Serena was great to work with and I can tell loves all of her pups dearly. Now I have a very smart and cute pup."
-- The Fancher Family | Loa
Inspired by Our StarFire Families?
If you're ready to welcome a StarFire puppy into your home, the first step is to fill out our application form.
Once submitted, we’ll review your information and reach out with next steps if approved.
Please send your completed form to: starfireshepherds@starfireshepherds.com
We’re honored to be part of so many beautiful journeys—and excited to begin yours!o