Woodshire Hounds
- Melbourne, FL
Meet the breeder
I'm Nathan P., the breeder behind Woodshire Hounds located in Melbourne, FL. Our dogs are bred according to the standards of the Basset Hound Club of America, through the AKC. All our dogs are health screened. We love to show our dogs in conformation shows, and are happy to have our first Champion, Fiona, who will go for her Grand Championship!
Q. & A. with Nathan
Why did you start breeding?
I purchased a show quality dog in 2000 and as a co-owner agreed to show and breed here after she became a champion.What makes your program special?
I work with multiple mentors who have been breeding the Basset Hound for over 20 years. I show my dogs myself and love doing this!Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Winter King
Went homeMale
Golden Rose
Went homeFemale
Dragon Son
Went homeMale
Iron Wolf
Went homeMale
Storm Bear
Went homeMale
Ice Fury
Went homeFemale
Shadow Moon
Went homeFemale
Queen Fire
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Nathan
Nathan 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 $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Health certificate, AKC registration, Puppy starter kit with Royal Canin food, basic training, and blanket with litter scent. All puppies are the same price, regardless of coloring or gender.”
Contract & health guarantee
Nathan 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 Nathan 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 Nathan 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
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Nathan.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Melbourne, FL
776 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Orlando Sanford Airport
741 miles away
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Meet in Jacksonville, FL
647 miles away
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More about Nathan
Club memberships
Nathan is a member of Suncoast Basset Hounds.
Nathan has been a member of Good Dog for 10 months
Nathan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Nathan is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Woodshire Hounds 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
Litter and program updates
Nathan P.
Litter update on 30 Apr. •Fully vaccinated now! Only one girl left!
Papote and Fiona's litter
Nathan P.
Litter update on 05 Mar. •Did great at the vet yesterday!
Papote and Fiona's litter
Nathan P.
Litter update on 03 Mar. •Puppies are really starting to play now
Papote and Fiona's litter
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Woodshire Hounds 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 Basset Hounds.
Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Disease, X-Linked, Basset Hound Type (XSCID), Primary Open Angle Glaucoma, Basset Hound Type
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Nathan to bring home their puppies.
Erika E.
Verified owner · June 2025
Nathan had great communication and really showed he wanted to find the right fit for his dogs. Puppy has great temperament.
Evelyn H.
Verified owner · Mar. 2025
We had a wonderful experience with Nathan from Woodshire Hounds. We picked up or beautiful Basset today! Nathan was very helpful. Annie is settling in and is snoring in her crate right now with her Woodshire Hounds blanket! She is very sweet and loving! Well bred!!!
- Dh
Danielle h.
Verified owner · Mar. 2025
We had the pleasure of purchasing a basset hound puppy from Nathan. I was very impressed with his dedication to the breed. From the very beginning, his communication was genuine and prompt. The entire process from initial contact to bringing our new puppy home was seamless. We are grateful to Nathan for providing us with a wonderful addition to our family! We would highly recommend Nathan Pell from Woodshire Hounds!
