I'm Tina M., the breeder behind T'S SHEPHERDS located in Coats, NC. We offer top-quality, well-bred dogs, bred for family pets with a focus on conformation, intelligence, and athleticism. All of these characteristics are crucial qualities in a well-bred German Shepherd, this makes for a well-rounded family pet.
Q. & A. with Tina
Why did you start breeding?
I bought a very nice, beautiful chocolate female lab and a friend asked me to breed her to his working lab. The result was a fantastic litter of beautiful lab pups. They were such awesome family pets and hunting dogs. One made the cover of Ducks Unltd. We retired the females. Eight years later I decided to get a GSD from my friend who is a great breeder of working lines as well as family friendly quality pups.
What makes your program special?
We play with the pups daily, and they are socialized so that when they go to their forever homes they are not scared or shy. The adult dogs run every day with my husband when he feeds our cows. They love attention and treats. We take time with them as well so they don't get lost in the puppies. All our dogs love attention and belly rubs.
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have stock coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable, black, and bi-color. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
SABLE AUQA GIRL
Went home
Female
PINK GIRL
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Purple Sable Boy
Went home
Male
Green Boy
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
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 $250 non-refundable deposit and $725 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes deworming, 1st vaccinations, vet check, and puppy socialization. All puppies are the same price regardless of size, color, or gender. Deposits are non refundable and can be used on a future litter.”
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.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Vet records
Extras
Food & treats
AKC registration
Toys
Puppy starter kit
Registration
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tina.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Coats, NC
260 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Raleigh–Durham Airport
230 miles away
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Meet in Raleigh, NC
234 miles away
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More about Tina
Club memberships
Tina is a member of German Shepherd Dog Club of America.
Tina has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Tina was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Tina is a trusted Good Dog breeder
T'S 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
BRITTA, mom
German Shepherd
About BRITTA
Britta is very energetic and strong. She is confident and loyal, loving and very active. Britta is smart, great with other dogs and easy with people, she is very protective.
REX, dad
German Shepherd
About REX
Rex is very loving and playful. Strong with kind eyes, he is very confident and protective all while very easy with small children. He is a big love bug when the grandkids are around. At night is is stealthy and quiet, he is so black you cannot see or hear him coming!
WILLA, mom
German Shepherd
About WILLA
WILLA is a female German Shepherd. 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.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Tina to bring home their puppies.
Jade T.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
Tina was so responsive and kept me updated on puppy. My puppy is doing great, she still a little shy in public, but she awesome. She fully potty trained and learning manners right now.