Head of River Barn
Meet the breeder
I'm Erica H., the breeder behind Head of River Barn located in Elizabeth, NC. We offer quality puppies from carefully planned litters. Our puppies are healthy, versatile, beloved companions. We're passionate about raising well-rounded pups who will excel in any venue. Our dogs work hard, play hard, love hard. We prepare all of our pups to excel in life.
Q. & A. with Erica
Why did you start breeding?
My love for Basset Hounds inspired me to share this amazing breed with the world in a responsible way. I give this breed my utmost care and dedication. I'm continually working on providing a safe and secure environment that fulfills their every need, physically, mentally, and emotionally. I truly love my dogs and take pride in what I do.What makes your program special?
My dogs and puppies are considered members of my family & they get the best care I can possibly provide. My commitment is to provide you with a professional & friendly puppy-buying experience, & that includes always having responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, & rehoming my puppies. I have a passion for healthy beloved companions with have high expectations for my puppies. I always want to ensure each one is placed with an enriching & loving family that will match their temperament & personality.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Erica
Erica 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $700 - $2,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes AKC registration (for Basset Hounds) , all age-appropriate vaccines, deworming, microchip, and puppy socialization. This fee includes documentation preparation and administrative fees associated with adoption/re-homing coordination.”
Contract & health guarantee
Erica 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 Erica 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 Erica 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can fly or drive to pick up your puppy from Erica.
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Puppy pick-up locations
Erica will coordinate all the details with you.
Meet in Elizabeth, NC
Meet at ORF airport
Puppy transport options
Erica offers options to safely drop-off your new puppy.
More about Erica
Erica has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Erica was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Erica is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Head of River Barn 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
Basset Hound
Poodle
Assorted Doodle Crosses
Fancy, mom
Basset Hound
About Fancy
Fancy is a female Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Erica decided to make her part of their program. Erica 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.
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel.
Big Sarge, dad
Basset Hound
About Big Sarge
AKC 87% import lines Primary Open Angle Glaucoma (WT/WT): Normal – Clear Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Disease, X-Linked (WT/Y): Normal-Clear Male Thrombopathia (WT/WT) Normal – Clear Energy level: low-moderate Temperament: gentle/friendly
Excellent health testing
Thrombopathia, Basset Hound Type, OFA Auscultation and Echocardiogram, +2 more.
Buffy, mom
Poodle
About Buffy
Buffy is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Erica decided to make her part of their program. Erica 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.
Good health testing
Pepper, mom
Assorted Doodle Crosses
About Pepper
Irish labradoodle
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel, OFA Auscultation and Echocardiogram.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Head of River Barn 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.
Cardiac Evaluation
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.
Thrombopathia, Basset Hound Type, Mucopolysaccharidosis Type I (MPS I), Full Embark Panel, 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).
