Thank you for your interest in a
Dutch Shepherd from de las Flores Kennel.

We are a small, purpose-driven program focused on working Dutch Shepherds with relevant health testing, sound minds, strong structure, and the versatility to meet real-world demands. Whether you are pursuing a serious sport prospect or seeking a dog suited to an active, working lifestyle, our focus is on building lasting partnerships — not simply making placements.

We produce two litters per year and evaluate each puppy as an individual. We do not operate on pick orders. Placements are made based on the dog’s traits, the realities of your lifestyle, and long-term suitability on both sides of the leash. Timing and priority do not outweigh fit.

With more than 75 years of combined experience in training, breeding, and working dogs — including over 20 years dedicated specifically to working Dutch Shepherds — this is not a casual endeavor. It is our life’s work. We breed for intelligence, power, clarity, and heart. Our dogs are capable of serious work and require environments that understand what it means to live with a thinking, driven animal. We do not dilute what makes these dogs exceptional, and we place them only where they are positioned to thrive.

Approved applicants may be invited to place a deposit to hold a position within our placement process. From there, we guide each applicant through evaluation, preparation, and matching as the litter develops. This is a hands-on, ethical process rooted in experience and responsibility.

These dogs are not for everyone. Our goal is not to convince, but to align. When the fit is right, the result is a strong, enduring partnership built on structure, respect, and shared purpose.

If you are seeking an intelligent, capable dog and are prepared for the commitment that comes with one, we look forward to learning more about you.

Les and Dara Flores
de las Flores Dutch Shepherds
Where Working Dogs Are Serious Fun.

What do you plan to do with your Dutch Shepherd?

Our Dutch Shepherds are true utility dogs with a wide range of natural abilities. Many are capable of excelling in multiple areas — but not all activities are compatible within a single dog, and not every goal is appropriate for every placement.

This question helps us understand how you are thinking about a dog’s role in your life and what you realistically plan to pursue.

Please select only the activities you genuinely intend to explore and are prepared to support with appropriate structure, training, and long-term commitment. This is not a list of everything a dog could do, and selecting more options does not improve placement priority.

If you’re unfamiliar with some of the activities listed, that’s fine — clarity and honesty are far more important than experience. We’ll discuss expectations and suitability later in the process if there appears to be potential alignment.

(Please select all that you sincerely plan to participate in this time.)

This section is used to understand applicant intent and expectations only.
Selection of an item does not indicate availability, guarantee placement, or influence priority.