Big Hearted Breeders

Heather G.

Breeder of Companion Crosses and Havanese

Meet the breeder

I'm Heather G., the breeder behind Big Hearted Breeders located in Utah County, UT. I offer top-quality pups with a focus on health testing. I strive to breed animals for emotional support. My priority is to ensure the health and well-being of all my dogs from birth until they leave with their forever family and beyond. I would be honored to introduce you to your next beloved pet!

Q. & A. with Heather

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I believe that purposeful and ethical breeding is so important for the healthy progression of any animal. My dogs have brought me so much joy and happiness that I wanted to give back to them by producing the highest quality pups and providing them a wonderful life with wonderful families.
  • What makes your program special?

    My focus is to breed and socialize exceptional emotional support animals while also looking at health, temperament, and structure. Each puppy is bred, raised, and loved indoors to ensure health, happiness, and harmony at the start of its life. My beautiful pups are sure to make loving companions for your family for many years to come!
  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Our Companion Cross puppies have smooth coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our Companion Cross puppies include cream and red. Havanese puppies include red, red brindle, and red sable. 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 Heather

Heather 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 $2,000 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes microchipping, 1 round of shots, a professional puppy pictures and 30 mins of free puppy nutrition coaching. Deposits are only taken after the initial interview to make sure we are a match for each other.”

Contract & health guarantee

Heather 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 Heather 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 Heather 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
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Utah County, UT

5218 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Salt Lake City Airport

5203 miles away

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More about Heather

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

    Heather was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Heather’s links

Heather is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Big Hearted Breeders 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

All breeds

Goldendoodle

Companion Cross

Havanese

Golden Retriever

Parent health testing

Companion Cross

Havanese

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Big Hearted Breeders 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 Companion Crosses.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Full Embark Panel

    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).

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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.