Von Cluskey German Shepherds
Upcoming litters
Expected German Shepherd litter
Due Jan. 2025
Ready Mar. 12
Meet the breeder
I'm Tonya M., the breeder behind Von Cluskey German Shepherds located in Hamilton, MT. Specializing in the breeding of quality working line German Shepherds suitable for sport, real world work and as active family companions.
Q. & A. with Tonya
Why did you start breeding?
The goal of our breeding program is to preserve the integrity and unique characteristics specific to the working German Shepherd while striving to produce puppies that have the potential to be fantastic working, sport and active family dogs.What makes your program special?
We take responsible breeding very seriously. As breeders, we are stewards of the future of the breed, so we are careful to always maintain ethical breeding practices. This includes proper health testing, intentional breeding for specific traits, and raising our puppies with proper socialization. All of our breeding stock is health tested and extensively titled in multiple venues prior to breeding so that we are very familiar with the strengths and weaknesses of each dog and can plan our breedings accordingly.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.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Mr. Red
Went homeMale
Mr. Purple
Went homeMale
Neall
Went homeMale
Neesha
Went homeFemale
Nevan
Went homeFemale
Nylox
Went homeMale
Otter
Went homeFemale
Odran
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Tonya
Tonya 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 non-refundable deposit and between $2,500 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All puppies will be extensively socialized and will be AKC registered (limited to begin with which can be changed to full at no additional cost once requirements are met), age appropriate vaccinations and deworming, microchip (including chip registration), a 26 month hip and elbow guarantee and a life time of breeder support and interest in you and your pup's achievements. Waiting lists are started as soon as a litter is planned, but no deposits will be taken until the litter is 4 to 5 days old to be sure everyone is healthy and thriving. Deposits are non-refundable unless the litter does not contain a pup suitable to the deposit holder's requirements, at which point the buyer can choose to either have the deposit transferred to a future litter or refunded.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tonya 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 Tonya 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 Tonya 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
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tonya.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Hamilton, MT
1911 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Missoula Montana Airport (was Missoula Airport)
1910 miles away
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More about Tonya
Club memberships
Tonya is a member of Big Sky Tracking Dog Club of Montana, Five Valley Kennel Club, NADAC, NACSW, AKC, and GSDCA.
Certifications & recognitions
Agility Trial Trainer, American Kennel Club Canine College, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Tonya has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Tonya was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Tonya is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Von Cluskey German 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
Julie, mom
German Shepherd
About Julie
Julie is an extremely high energy, high drive (both food and toy) dog with a fabulous nose, great focus and a strong desire to please her handler. Her obedience is fast and fun, her protection is serious but under perfect control and her tracking is fast and accurate. She has a very clear head and excellent nerve and is a joy to work and live with. She was imported from Slovakia and is from some of the top working lines in Europe. She has earned her SG show rating, her IGP 2 (tracking, obedience and protection) and has perfect hip and elbow scores. Her pups are super working and sport prospects who also make wonderful active family dogs.
Great health testing
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Onja, mom
German Shepherd
About Onja
Onja is a very sweet and social female with a super work ethic, a fantastic nose, high food and toy drive and a strong desire to work with and please her handler. She has earned her SG show rating, her AD (endurance test) and her IGP 1 (tracking, obedience and protection). She was imported from 1 of the top kennels in Germany and is from a very strong working pedigree. She has perfect hip and elbow scores. Her pups are excellent working and sport prospects and make wonderful family dogs.
Good health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Myka, mom
German Shepherd
About Myka
Myka is an extremely high energy, high drive (both food and toy) dog who also has an excellent off switch that makes her wonderful to live with. She earned her IGP3 2 months short of her 3rd birthday over the span of 5 weekends of trialing. She comes from some of the top working lines in Europe and is a super fun dog to work and compete with. She is clear headed with excellent nerves. Her protection is seriously intense, her obedience is fast and flashy and her tracking is dedicated and precise. She has perfect hip and elbow scores. She loves to please and wants to be involved in anything and everything that is going on. Her pups are fantastic working and sport prospects who also make wonderful active family dogs.
Good health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Noris, dad
German Shepherd
About Noris
Noris is a gorgeous bi-color male imported from Slovakia by Von Cluskey German Shepherds. He is from top European working lines with wonderful conformation and character. He is a very high energy dog with extreme food and ball drive and a perfect off switch which makes him wonderful to live and work with. He is very social with a clear head and very steady nerves. He has earned his IGP3 with all scores in all 3 phases at all 3 levels in the 90s. His obedience is quick and flashy, his tracking is precise and steady, and his protection is seriously intense while being under perfect control. He is wonderful in public, loves to ride in the car, and is an all around joy to live and work with. He has perfect hip and elbow scores and is dm clear.
Great health testing
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Von Cluskey German 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.
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)
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).
