Thunder Mountain Labs
Meet the breeder
I'm Tamara W., the breeder behind Thunder Mountain Labs located in Gilmer, TX. Thunder Mountain Labs was established in 2008 when we got our first Lab. Little did we know how much the Chocolate Lab, named Thunder Mountain, was going to steal our hearts. In 2019, Thunder Mountain is older and very loved. We decided that it was time to have a new set of Labs to love and breed.
Q. & A. with Tamara
Why did you start breeding?
We fell in love with the Labrador and wanted to be able to share all of their wonderful qualities with others.What makes your program special?
When we decided to breed we did not want to breed just to breed. We wanted our program to have a purpose. Out of each one of our litters we offer at least one puppy to a Veteran in need of a service dog. We work with local groups that offer training services to the Veteran at no cost to them.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include silver, charcoal, yellow, black, chocolate, and champagne. 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.
Light Blue Collar Yellow
Went homeMale
Green Collar Yellow
Went homeMale
Black Collar Chocolate
Went homeMale
Green Collar Black
Went homeMale
Cream Collar Black
Went homeMale
Blue Collar Chocolate
Went homeMale
Yellow Collar Black
Went homeMale
Red Collar Chocolate
Went homeMale
Grey Collar Black
Went homeMale
Purple Collar Chocolate
Went homeFemale
Pink Collar Black
Went homeFemale
Orange Collar Chocolate
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Tamara
Tamara 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 $300 deposit and $900 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes AKC registration, microchip, deworming, first set of shots and vet health check. All of our puppies are the same price regardless of color. Deposit can be moved to future litter if desired pup is not available.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tamara 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 Tamara 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 Tamara 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 Tamara.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Gilmer, TX
Other pick-up locations
Meet at DFW
More about Tamara
Tamara has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Tamara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Tamara is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Thunder Mountain Labs 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
Aurora, mom
Dilute Retriever
About Aurora
Aurora is a female Dilute Retriever over 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tamara decided to make her part of their program. Tamara 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.
Good health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Dakota, dad
Dilute Retriever
About Dakota
Dakota is a male Dilute Retriever over 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Tamara decided to make him part of their program. Tamara 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.
Good health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Thunder Mountain Labs 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 Dilute Retrievers.
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.
