Thornock Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Nathan T., the breeder behind Thornock Shepherds located in Athol, ID. Qualities that include, steady nerves, courage, high play drives, speed, agility, slower growth rate, joint health, longer leaner bodies, dark pigmented coats. Our litters typically produce all black and sable black coats.
Q. & A. with Nathan
Why did you start breeding?
We got into breeding after having our Czech line German Shepherd dog Cindy for a few years and we fell in love with her. We wanted to continue the specific traits found in the import lines of the Czech border kennel dogs and those also of the import German lines. Traits like even temperament, bone, and joint health, slower growth, dark pigmentation, and very low inbreeding coefficient.What makes your program special?
Our breeding program is special because it's a family affair. Mom and the pups are cared for in our home with the help of the whole family. The pups become a part of the family and though it's hard to see them go, we take comfort in the fact that we can choose who they go to and know that their forever families will love and treat them as we would.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable and black. 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.
Barretta
Went homeFemale
Kimber
Went homeFemale
Luna
Went homeFemale
Wesson
Went homeMale
Smith
Went homeMale
Sig
Went homeMale
Ruger
Went homeMale
Colt
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Nathan
Nathan 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 refundable deposit and between $800 - $1,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Nathan 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 Nathan 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 Nathan 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 Nathan.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Athol, ID
2036 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Spokane Airport (Geiger Field)
2073 miles away
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More about Nathan
Nathan has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years
Nathan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Nathan is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Thornock 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
Cindy, mom
German Shepherd
About Cindy
All black, Czech border kennel lines, medium build, lean fast and agile. Old style GSD.
Moses, dad
German Shepherd
About Moses
Moses is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Nathan decided to make him part of their program. Nathan 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.
Kevlar, dad
German Shepherd
About Kevlar
Larger, classically built, old style east German working lines.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Thornock 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.
