BGM German Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Thomas E., the breeder behind BGM German Shepherds located in Algona, IA. It’s important to us that we continue to improve our program and share our knowledge with our buyer families. We want to better the breed through thorough health testing and selective breeding decisions.
Q. & A. with Thomas
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Pink
Went homeFemale
Light blue
Went homeFemale
Green
Went homeMale
Lime
Went homeMale
Orange
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Male Number 1
Went homeMale
Female Number 2
Went homeFemale
Male Number 2
Ready now1 year old · Male
Female Number 3
Went homeFemale
Male Number 3
Went homeMale
Male Number 4
Ready now1 year old · Male
Female Number 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Thomas
Thomas 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $3,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Thomas 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 Thomas 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 Thomas 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
- Vet records
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Thomas.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Algona, IA
915 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
More about Thomas
Thomas has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Thomas was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Thomas is a trusted Good Dog breeder
BGM German Shepherds 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
Thomas E.
Program update on 28 Jan. •…All three of our black female pups have received their first round of vaccinations and received a good bill of health from our local veterinarian. These amazing pups will be ready to go to their forever home this weekend. Don’t miss out on your opportunity to welcome one of these life changing GSD into your home.
Parent dogs
Dakota, mom
German Shepherd
About Dakota
Dakota comes from an East German lineage with an impressive temperament and gorgeous appearance. Dakota is OFA hip and elbow certified as well as DM clear. Her sire tested out as V 1 Schutzhund 3 the best of the best. If you are looking for an outstanding German Shepherd this is it.
Good health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Sage, mom
German Shepherd
About Sage
Sage is a beautiful dark sable from Eastern Working line German Shepherds. Sage is super friendly with people, pets and other dogs. Sage, however, will not hesitate to stand up for herself if another dog tries to push her around. Sage is highly intelligent and eager to please which bodes well for her amazing pups.
Piper, mom
German Shepherd
About Piper
Piper is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Thomas decided to make her part of their program. Thomas has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Charlie, dad
German Shepherd
About Charlie
Charlie is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Thomas decided to make him part of their program. Thomas has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
BGM German Shepherds 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.
Temperament Test
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
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).
