Grassroots German Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Nate I., the breeder behind Grassroots German Shepherds located in York, SC. We breed for health and temperament. Our dogs are well suited for sport, work, or active families. Our dogs have stable/well-balanced temperaments that have the drive to work but the off switch to settle in great with active families. We have a passion for producing quality working line puppies and a commitment to placing puppies in homes they will thrive in.
Q. & A. with Nate
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have stock coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable, black, 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.
Brown collar
Went homeFemale
Yellow collar
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Nate
Nate 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes limited AKC registration, lifetime breeder support, and a health guarantee. Puppies come up to date on shots, dewormed, and vet checked. They are exposed to ENS, crates, etc. The deposit is how to secure a puppy gender. We place puppies based on temperament and client needs. The deposit is credited toward the total price. Please do not place a deposit without inquiring first. We do have an application process.”
Contract & health guarantee
Nate 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 Nate 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 Nate 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Nate.
Breeder’s location
Meet in York, SC
348 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
More about Nate
Nate has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years
Nate was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Nate is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Grassroots 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
Parent dogs
Chelsea, mom
German Shepherd
About Chelsea
Chelsea is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Nate decided to make her part of their program. Nate 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.
Zara, mom
German Shepherd
About Zara
Zara is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Nate decided to make her part of their program. Nate 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.
Ruger, dad
German Shepherd
About Ruger
Ruger is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Nate decided to make him part of their program. Nate 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
Great level
Grassroots 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.
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).
