Graymatter
- Atlanta, GA
- Responds within a day
Upcoming litters
Expected Tibetan Spaniel litter
Due Oct. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm April G., the breeder behind Graymatter located in Atlanta, GA. We are preservation Breeders. We only breed dogs that are healthy, have wonderful temperaments, and are outstanding examples of their breed. Holding ourselves to high standards is paramount to the well-being of our dogs and to the integrity of our program.
Q. & A. with April
Why did you start breeding?
I've been a purebred dog fancier since I was a little girl.What makes your program special?
We health test. We breed for health, type, and temperament.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are sable. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from April
April 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.
April partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 9 weeks old.
Price
"We require a $600.00 deposit. Deposit is refundable only if I don’t have a puppy available from the chosen breeding. Any other reasons than listed the deposit is non refundable."
Contract & health guarantee
April 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 April 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 April directly.
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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Basic obedience & manners
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from April.
Breeder's location
Meet in Atlanta, GA
4611 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta Airport
4605 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
April can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about April
Club memberships
April is a member of Tibetan Spaniel Gulf Coast Association and Tibetan Spaniel Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, CHIC Certified, Professional Groomer.
April has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
April was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
April is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Graymatter 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
April G.
Litter update on 28 Jan 2025 •Puppies first play time
Zemi and Mandy's litter
Parent dogs
Mandy, mom
Tibetan Spaniel
About Mandy
Mandy is a female Tibetan Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, April decided to make her part of their program. April 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.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, +2 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Graymatter 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 Tibetan Spaniels.
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.
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.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC), 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.
PRA3, Tibetan Terrier and Spaniel Type
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).
