Black German Shepherd dog standing in snowy landscape with snow-covered trees in background, and a logo with an illustrated German Shepherd and the text 'Aoife Haus German Shepherds' and 'Mina Mihapa'.
Logo of Working Dogs of America featuring a silhouette of a working dog and a person with text 'To Serve & Protect'.
Business card for Cora's Canine Solutions featuring two dog silhouettes and contact information.
Logo of the German Shepherd Dog Club of America featuring a detailed illustration of a German Shepherd's head inside a red circle with black text.
Embark logo with a yellow hexagon icon and black text on a white background.
Map of the United States with the U.S. Police K-9 Association logo, featuring a police dog, over an American flag background.
Logo for Jennings County Search and Rescue featuring a black illustration of a dog, a helicopter, and silhouettes of rescue personnel, with a background of a blue map outline and a red cross.
Logo of the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals with a shield emblem and blue and white colors.

Who We Are

“ Home of House Vom Aoife Haus”

Meet Cora Amis

Breeder. Trainer. Mentor. Legacy Builder.

Cora Amis is a lifelong dog enthusiast and seasoned professional dog trainer with a reputation built on over two decades of dedication to the working-line German Shepherd. Since 2005, she has been producing high-quality, purpose-driven dogs with a focus on genetics, structure, temperament, and drive. Her name is well respected in the working dog world for her integrity, depth of knowledge, and relentless pursuit of excellence.

Cora is the founder of Aoife Haus Police K9, a registered government entity specializing in Police and Military K9 vending, training, seminars, and professional conferences. This division works exclusively with law enforcement and government agencies, offering pre-trained, environmentally socialized working dogs ready for deployment. All dogs are raised in family home settings, ensuring stability and real-world functionality before placement.

Civilian training services are provided through Cora’s Canine Solutions (www.CorasCanineSolutions.org), which offers customized programs for dogs of all breeds and backgrounds. Areas of expertise include:

  • Obedience & Off-Leash Control

  • Behavior Modification

  • Personal & Family Protection

  • AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) & Advanced Titles

  • Search and Rescue (SAR) – with a special focus on Human Remains Detection (HRD)

Cora’s training philosophy is relationship-based, emphasizing trust, communication, and reliable performance. Every dog is trained with intention, compassion, and consistency.

Her breeding program under Aoife Haus German Shepherds is intentionally small, producing only 1–3 litters per year. Each litter is thoughtfully planned to maintain integrity in structure, genetics, and drive. Puppies intended for public placement undergo puppy kindergarten, crate training, and environmental development before going to approved homes.

Due to strict biosecurity and liability protocols, no training or client visits occur on-site. All training is conducted off-site, and all dogs are delivered or met in public venues. This protects both the dogs and clients while complying with insurance and health safety standards.

Cora’s husband, John Amis, is an active Police Officer with a K9 Specialty, bringing real-world tactical experience into the program. Introduced to the world of working dogs by Cora, John quickly developed a deep passion and has become a skilled handler and respected K9 trainer. His field experience enhances both the training and placement process, particularly for police and protection prospects. Together, they form a powerhouse team, combining professional law enforcement expertise with elite-level canine training and breeding.

“Some dogs leave behind great pedigrees. Ours leave behind legacies.”