Stonebrook Gentle Giants
- Gastonia, NC
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Claudia N., the breeder behind Stonebrook Gentle Giants located in Gastonia, NC. The goal of Stonebrook Gentle Giants is to provide healthy puppies of outstanding character. All of our dogs live with us in our home where we are able to evaluate their characters every day. Only dogs with stellar personalities are used in our program. All of our puppies are raised in our home also, being exposed to everyday household activities and receiving a headstart on potty training, crate training, and basic obedience. We utilize the concepts and methods of the revolutionary "Puppy Culture" culture program with all of our litters. This program produces more intelligent puppies that are highly trainable giving them the absolute best start when they go home to their new families.
Q. & A. with Claudia
Why did you start breeding?
I have been raising and training dogs since I was a young girl. I started with Labrador Retrievers and gained experience in obedience, field trial, and conformation. About 25 years ago I acquired my first Dane and Berner and they have become my forever breeds!What makes your program special?
The focus of our program is to produce and provide healthy dogs that are suitable for families. We fully evaluate all of the dogs we use in our program and make sure their temperament is stellar! They need happily live with other dogs, children, busy households, loud noises, and be highly trainable. Only then will they be used in our program. We also use the Puppy Culture early training system to take advantage of pivital phases of development woth alk of our litters.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Great Dane puppies include mantle merle, blue and white, blue, harlequin, mantle, and merle. 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.
Willow
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Isaac
Went homeMale
Max
Went homeMale
DaVinci
Went homeMale
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Billy (Orange Collar)
Ready now1 year old · Male
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Doc (Silver Collar)
Went homeMale
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Wyatt (Black Collar)
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Dalila
Went homeFemale
Blue collar Blue Boy
Went homeMale
Blue Merle
Went homeMale
Red collar Blue Boy
Went homeMale
Blue Fawn Merle (Boy 3) Tan collar
Went homeMale
Merle female
Went homeFemale
Brindle Merle
Went homeMale
Blue Merle female
Went homeFemale
Harlequin
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Claudia
Claudia 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $1,250 - $2,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Our puppy prices are dependent on breed and determined after the puppies are born within the first week. Prices are based on the color and quality of each puppy in terms of the breed standard. We do accept pre-deposits to reserve picks of the litter. If you are looking for a particular color or sex, we highly recommend you pursue this option. Deposits will guarantee the hold of the puppy of your choice and will be applied to the total price.”
Contract & health guarantee
Claudia 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 Claudia 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 Claudia 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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Basic obedience & manners
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Claudia.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Gastonia, NC
4394 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Charlotte Douglas Airport
4388 miles away
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More about Claudia
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder, Professional Handler.
Claudia has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Claudia was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Claudia is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Stonebrook Gentle Giants 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
All breeds
Great Dane
Bernese Mountain Dog
Mochi, mom
Great Dane
About Mochi
Mochi truly lives up to her name and is the spice of life here at StoneBrook. Just like her mother Valka, she is happiest as your shadow and loves to be involved in everything you do. She has a spunky little attitude that make her an hilarious partner throughout the day. Mochi is a Blue Mantle who Carrie’s for Piebald and Tan Point.
Echo, mom
Great Dane
About Echo
Echo is a female Great Dane. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Claudia decided to make her part of their program. Claudia 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.
Max, mom
Great Dane
About Max
Max is a female Great Dane. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Claudia decided to make her part of their program. Claudia 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.
Si, dad
Great Dane
About Si
Si is a male Great Dane. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Claudia decided to make him part of their program. Claudia 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.
Great health testing
OFA Auscultation, Cardiologist, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.
Valka, mom
Great Dane
About Valka
Valka is a female Great Dane. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Claudia decided to make her part of their program. Claudia 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.
Keiki, mom
Great Dane
About Keiki
Keiki is a female Great Dane. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Claudia decided to make her part of their program. Claudia 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.
Uploaded health tests
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA).
Candy, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Candy
Candy is a female Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Claudia decided to make her part of their program. Claudia 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
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great Dane
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Stonebrook Gentle Giants 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 Bernese Mountain Dogs.
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 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.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1B), Bernese Mountain Dog Type, Full Embark Panel
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).
