Gemms Affenpinschers, Barbets and Tibetan Terriers

Earl M.

Breeder of Barbets, Affenpinschers, and Tibetan Terriers

Sioux City, IA
Responds within a day

Upcoming litters

Expected Barbet litter

Due May 2026

Ready Aug. 1

Meet the breeder

I'm Earl M., the breeder behind Gemms Affenpinschers, Barbets and Tibetan Terriers located in Sioux City, IA. We are a home-based breeder creating your next family member while we search for that Best In Show dog. We have been breeding for over 30 years producing top winning dogs including Best in Show winning dogs.

Q. & A. with Earl

Why did you start breeding?
We had been raising Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers since 1988 and fell in love with the Tibetan Terriers in the late 1990's. We adopted our first Tibetan Terrier Sophie into our home in the fall of 2000. We waited to show her and she finished her Championship in the fall of 2003. One of our favorite wins was a Best of Breed win over several champions by what were considered top breeders back then.
What makes your program special?
GEMMS Kennels is kind of a non-truth. We are not really a kennel at all. Our pets are in the house with us and never go in a kennel. Because we don’t have a barn full of dogs, and don’t believe dogs should be raised in that manner, some of our dogs live with family and family friends. Being loved and being pets are their first priorities. All of our dogs have been shown in AKC and we strive to produce the next Best In Show winning dog! However, we never sacrifice health and personality for the show ring.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Barbet puppies include brown and white, brown, black and white, and black. Affenpinscher puppies include black and silver, black and tan, and black. Tibetan Terrier puppies include white and black, sable and white, sable, gray and white, gray, black and white brindle, black and white, black and brown, black and brindle, and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Figi
Went home
Female
Atlas
Went home
Male
Zion
Went home
Male
Everest
Went home
Male
Rainier
Went home
Male
Available Girl 2
Went home
Female
Available Girl
Went home
Female
Available Boy
Went home
Male

Getting a puppy from Earl

Earl has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Earl partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“There is only one puppy in the litter that is available and his personality is perfect and will make anyone a lovely puppy. Socializing should continue with their new family continuo books showing and introducing him to new people and environments.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $3,000 - $4,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

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“Price includes vet checks with vaccines, micro chipping, worming, and prepaid AKC registration. Deposits are non-refundable unless we cannot meet your preference (male vs female) within 12 months. We are a small breeder in quantity and large in quality. We do not guarantee colors.”

Contract & health guarantee

Earl 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 Earl 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 Earl 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
  - Scent introduction
  - 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
  - Microchip
- Extras
  - AKC registration
  - Initial potty training
  - Puppy starter kit
  - Toys
  - Food & treats
  - Basic obedience & manners
  - Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Sioux City, IA

1017 miles away

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Eppley Airfield

983 miles away

Meet in Des Moines, IA

867 miles away

More about Earl

Club memberships
Earl is a member of Affenpinscher Club of America, Tibetan Terrier Club of America, Inc., and Great Plains Kennel Club.
Certifications & recognitions
2025 National AKC winner, AKC Breeder of Merit, CHIC Certified.
Earl has been a member of Good Dog for about 7 years
Earl was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Earl’s links
- Facebook
- Website

Earl is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Gemms Affenpinschers, Barbets and Tibetan Terriers 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

Earl M.
Program update on 27 Jan •
Our newest litter of Barbet puppies were born on January 9 2026!

Parent dogs

All breeds

Barbet

Tibetan Terrier

Lacey, mom
Barbet
About Lacey
Lacey is a lovely representation of the breed. She is friendly, gentle, loves kids and always willing to do her job. She is a a little on the smaller side at about 37lbs.
Truffle, mom
Tibetan Terrier
About Truffle
Truffle is our top winning dog of all time. She has one multiple best in shows, specialty shows and is a grand champion gold winner. She has one of the best personalities of any TT we have ever met and is a complete joy. Her looks and demeanor are second to none.
Denali, mom
Barbet
About Denali
Denali is the majestic delight her name suggests. She is a lovely house dog with a calm and loving disposition. Denali is a family dog and loves all humans of all sizes and ages. She can move from dog pack to dog pack without missing a beat. She wasn't raised around cats but tolerates them very well now that she shares her home with one.
Maya, mom
Tibetan Terrier
About Maya
Maya is a 4th generation Gemms dog and like her predecessors she has outstanding breed type. Although a little on the smaller side of the standard, she is outstanding in every way and very easy to live with as one of our pack in the house!

Parent health testing

Affenpinscher

Tibetan Terrier

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Gemms Affenpinschers, Barbets and Tibetan Terriers 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 Affenpinschers.

Eye Certification (CAER, 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.