Bear Heart Newfoundlands, LLC

Sheila H.

Breeder of Newfoundlands

  • Cortez, CO ·
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Sheila H., the breeder behind Bear Heart Newfoundlands, LLC located in Cortez, CO. We are home-based breeders dedicated to bringing healthy, loving, and high-quality Newfoundland puppies into the homes and hearts of their forever families. We love our dogs and are passionate about raising our puppies to be the best family companions.

Q. & A. with Sheila

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I have always enjoyed working with dogs as well as horses. I no longer have horses so I am focused on raising Newfoundlands.

  • What makes your program special?

    Our puppies are raised in our home where they receive lots of love and socialization. It is my goal to produce strong, happy, healthy puppies. I do OfA testing and test for the known genetic defects of the Newfoundland. I feed my dogs Victor's Canine Elite and the puppies also receive NuVet vitamins. I do beginner training with the puppies also.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include white and gray, white and brown, white and black, black, brown, and gray. 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.

Getting a puppy from Sheila

Sheila has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Sheila partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“We take great care in placing each puppy with the right family. Puppies are matched once a deposit is accepted. While you wait for your puppy, he or she will receive various types of training. This includes Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS)—five gentle, daily exercises performed from 3 to 16 days of age to improve stress tolerance, cardiovascular health, and immune systems. In addition to being handled by our entire family throughout the ten-week waiting period, we also begin leash training and basic obedience. ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $400 non-refundable deposit and between $1,875 - $3,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes the health guarantee, current vaccinations, health exam, AKC Reunite Microchip, and form. Litter registration is included but at a later date. 400.00 non refundable may be tranferd to another puppy, to reserve a puppies are available atten weeks and had their health exam by a licensed DMV.”

Contract & health guarantee

Sheila 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 Sheila 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 Sheila 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
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Sheila.

Breeder's location

Meet in Cortez, CO

1685 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Durango–La Plata County Airport

1644 miles away

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Meet in Colorado Springs, CO

1464 miles away

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More about Sheila

  • Sheila has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Sheila was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Sheila’s links

Sheila is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Bear Heart Newfoundlands, LLC 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Bear Heart Newfoundlands, LLC 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 Newfoundlands.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Patellar Luxation

    Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.

  • Dentition

    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.

  • Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Cystinuria Type 1A, Newfoundland 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 Sheila to bring home their puppies.

  • Deb G.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    I highly recommend Sheila and Bearheart Newfoundlands, LLC.. Our pup is very healthy and active. We chose "Chunk" of Dottie and Clark's litter. His new name is "Kuma" which means "Bear" in Japenese. He looks like a little Bear, with a coat of Black and Chocolaty brown mix. Everyone who meets him, whether in person or by picture says the same thing " I just want to bury my face in his beautiful fur!" I tell them that's exactly what I do! Sheila provided us with a wealth of information and resources such as vet records, food, treats, a blanket from the litter to help with the transition, and puppy toys. The early training she provided, as well as the introduction to a variety of sounds and experiences was an added bonus. It was obvious to us that she cares a lot about her pups well being, not only while in her care, but with their new families as well. Collectively, this is what drew us to Bearheart Newfoundlands; and the fact that our pup was born on Christmas Eve.We are from Washington State, and am very happy with our new pup and with everything Sheila provided, from the first time we reached out to her, via Good Dog.  If you are seeking a new four legged family member, Bearheart Newfoundlands, LLC is the place to go!

    Stephanie H.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

    Sheila is a great breeder…I’m in love with my Bear(formerly Bongo)! She was easy to work with and answered all my questions. I was ably to FaceTime with her to see the pups prior to picking one and she kept me up to date of his progress while waiting to pick him up. You can tell that she and her family really care about the well being of their dogs. It’s my first Newfie and I’m glad I went with her. Bear is in great health and easily made the transition into my home. Best decision I could make!

    Amy L.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

      • +5

    We absolutely love Boaz, formerly known as Fritz! I'm so glad that we found Sheila, his breeder, because she was so helpful and attentive to our questions from the very beginning. Boaz is 1 year old and had lived in another home but had to return to Sheila when they could not care for him, and while we know the other family must be so sad to see him go, we could not be more grateful to have him as part of our family. He is an incredible dog. Happy, healthy, well-adjusted and more than we hoped for!! I highly recommend Sheila if you are looking for a Newfie, because she obviously does a beautiful job breeding with care and raises her pups with loves and care.

  • Alannah F.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

      • +5

    Sheila was so amazing and helped us get our baby home! She was very resourceful on the tips on getting our first puppy. Fletcher was a healthy baby boy we had received from Sheila. She was very helpful with transportation as my husband and I could not make the trip ourselves. She’s kept us updated with Fletcher throughout our entire experience!! Fletcher has most definitely added excitement to our family. We love him so much!! So grateful for Sheila and Bear Heart NewFoundlands!!

    Jessica S.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    We got Otis about a year ago from Sheila at Bear Heart Newfoundlands. It was a great experience! Shelia answered all of my questions and delivered him to us in Iowa. She was flexible with our schedule and delivered a happy, healthy puppy to us. Shelia explained the contract to us, brought all of his vaccination records and paperwork, and brought a collar and a leash for us to pick out. Overall, we had a great experience and have recommended Bear Heart Newfoundlands to others. Otis has been such a wonderful addition to our family, and we have Shelia to thank for that. Otis has a great temperament and has even become a therapy dog in recent months. People LOVE him and he attracts attention everywhere we go! We get compliments constantly about how beautiful he is. He is also a wonderful nanny dog to our many foster puppies from our local shelter. Thank you to Bear Heart Newfoundlands for our big, fluffy baby!

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    Wendy M.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    Sheila was great to work with to get our new puppy Bear. She was very knowledgeable about the breed and answered all our questions. Her grandchildren are so kind and love the dogs so much and it shows in the dog’s temperament. Thank you, Shelia.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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