TLC Danes
Meet the breeder
I'm Tina S., the breeder behind TLC Danes located in Sierra Vista, AZ. Our dogs are our beloved companions. We care deeply about this breed and are proud to be responsible Great Dane breeders. We are dedicated to always providing our buyers and our puppies with a positive experience, which includes remaining committed to responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, and homing our puppies.
Q. & A. with Tina
Why did you start breeding?
My breeder asked if I would be interested in co-owning a beautiful girl. After discussing terms, I agreed. It was then that TLC Danes was born.What makes your program special?
I breed for conformation, health, longevity, and above all else temperament.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include fawn and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Tina
Tina 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 deposit and between $1,300 - $2,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Included is Puppy Culture socialization, first set of shots, microchip, AKC registration in your name, and of course, the cutest puppy on Earth. Deposits before the litter are born are refundable if we do not have the color and sex you are looking for (i.e. You want a fawn male and none are available). All other deposits are non refundable.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tina 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 Tina 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 Tina 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 Tina.
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Puppy pick-up locations
Meet in Sierra Vista, AZ
Meet at Sierra Vista airport
Meet at TUS airport
Flexible meeting point
Tina can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Tina
Club memberships
Tina is a member of HMGDC.
Tina has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Tina was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Tina’s links
Tina is a trusted Good Dog breeder
TLC Danes 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
Tiara, mom
Great Dane
About Tiara
Tiara is a female Great Dane. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tina decided to make her part of their program. Tina 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.
Rev, dad
Great Dane
About Rev
Rev is a male Great Dane. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Tina decided to make him part of their program. Tina 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
TLC Danes 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 Great Danes.
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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
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.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
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).
