ThunderPaws
- Waynesville, OH
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Vivian Y., the breeder behind ThunderPaws located in Waynesville, OH. We breed and show our dogs out of a love for and dedication to the protection and betterment of the breed. We take great care planning each litter to ensure we are producing puppies that are exemplary representations of the breed. It is our passion to share these incredible dogs and help ensure the future of their breed.
Q. & A. with Vivian
Why did you start breeding?
To preserve the breed and get the best temperament and keep to the breed standards.What makes your program special?
I only breed to fully health tested dogs and dogs with great temperaments.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Vivian
Vivian 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 $1,500 non-refundable deposit and $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the guarantee, AKC Registration,first round of vaccinations, microchipping, deworming, and puppy socialization.”
Contract & health guarantee
Vivian 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 Vivian 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 Vivian 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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Daily handling
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Vivian.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Waynesville, OH
4305 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at James M. Cox Dayton Airport
4293 miles away
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Meet in Westland, MI
4148 miles away
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More about Vivian
Club memberships
Vivian is a member of Dayton Dog Training Club, Finnish Lapphund Club of America, German Pinscher Club of the South West, and German Pinscher Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Canine Trick Dog Evaluator, Canine Temperament Test Evaluator, Dog Training Instructor for 6 Years, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator.
Vivian has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Vivian was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Vivian’s links
Vivian is a trusted Good Dog breeder
ThunderPaws 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
Finnish Lapphund
German Pinscher
Valkyrie, mom
Finnish Lapphund
About Valkyrie
Valkyrie is a female Finnish Lapphund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Vivian decided to make her part of their program. Vivian 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.
Venus, mom
German Pinscher
About Venus
Venus is a female German Pinscher. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Vivian decided to make her part of their program. Vivian 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
Excellent level
ThunderPaws 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 Pinschers.
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.
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.
von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), DNA Disease 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).
