Benton K-9 Breeding

Natalie B.

Breeder of German Shepherds

  • Marshfield, MO

Meet the breeder

I'm Natalie B., the breeder behind Benton K-9 Breeding located in Marshfield, MO. We offer quality K-9 companions. Focusing on health and temperament! We strive to breed for health and temperaments with a focus on intelligence and loyalty. We want to provide families with fun, loving, smart pets.

Q. & A. with Natalie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    After getting my first German Shepherd and doing more research of this breed. I realized that with the proper training and socialization, this breed is incredible with amazing personalities and benefits! I knew my next step was to spread the joy of German Shepherds.

  • What makes your program special?

    What makes my breeding program special is my focus on health, temperament, and life style of my German Shepherds. I am dedicated to being a responsible breeder. My programs includes: 1. Health testing; I perform multiple OFA health screenings for common genetic issues in German Shepherds to ensure only the healthiest dogs are bred. 2. Socialization: It is important to socialize this breed. My puppies are exposed/socialized with a variety of different species of animals, people of different ages, and environments. 3. Temperaments/Traits: I make sure to only breed the dogs with the best personalities. I try to rule out any unwanted temperament/ traits such as; aggression, submissive peeing, etc. 4. Education: I inform all new families with information, helping them to understand what this breed needs, and giving them different resources to use as they adjust to their newest addition to the family. 5. Time and Dedication: My commitment is to my dogs/puppies but also to their new families. Dedicating my time and resources into my canines and their families to ensure they have a long successful life together!

  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Our puppies include long, plush, and stock coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include sable, black, black and cream, and bi-color. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Natalie

Natalie has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.

Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.

Price

Puppy prices include a $400 non-refundable deposit and between $600 - $1,600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“This price includes, AKC registration forms, first set of vaccination, deworming, veterinary exams, veterinarian health statements, and puppy socialization. All our puppies are the same price regardless of size, color, coat type, and gender.”

Contract & health guarantee

Natalie may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Natalie offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Natalie directly.

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What’s included

    • From Good Dog
      • Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
      • 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
      • Puppy Training Program & private community
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Toys
      • AKC registration
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Food & treats
      • Puppy starter kit

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Natalie.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Marshfield, MO

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Springfield–Branson National Airport

Meet in Memphis, TN

More about Natalie

  • Natalie has been a member of Good Dog for 9 months

    Natalie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

Natalie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Benton K-9 Breeding meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Benton K-9 Breeding reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for German Shepherds.

  • Hip Dysplasia

    Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.

  • Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA)

    Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.

  • DNA Disease Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)

    Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Natalie to bring home their puppies.

  • Loretta F.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2025

    Natalie was very knowledgeable about Colt and the breed she was raising. She was very informative about their habits and temperament. Natalie was very responsive anytime I had questions she always answered within a short time frame. Good Dog made sure I if I had any questions for them they made themselves available. This was a wonderful experience and I highly recommend them and Natalie to everyone who wants a Pure Breed Puppy.

  • Lindsay D.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2025

    Natalie was excellent to work with! It's obvious she takes great care and puts lots of thought into the pairings she does to better the breed. Natalie was also able to make me feel really good about purchasing a puppy from her; she was always willing to thoroughly answer my many questions. My new boy is an excellent addition to the family and I'm excited to see what we can accomplish in training as he gets older!

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.