Hearth & Homestead

Courtney S.

Breeder of Golden Retrievers

  • Louisville, IL
  • Responds within a few hours

Meet the breeder

I'm Courtney S., the breeder behind Hearth & Homestead located in Louisville, IL. We raise our pups inside our home & use the Misty Method to prepare the pups for potty training. We work hard to provide the best foundation we can-from removing their dew claws on time to socializing them with our other dogs, cats, and young child. We want to share the Golden Love!

Q. & A. with Courtney

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My wife’s father started breeding Golden Retrievers in 1993. He had a wonderful boy named Jaybird that he never wanted to lose a piece of and I joined the legacy when I married her.

  • What makes your program special?

    We raise our pups inside the house the entirety of the time they live with us, and implement the Misty Method. We raise them to be phenomenal family dogs and shower them in love as much as we can!

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

    Our puppies include dark golden and golden. 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 Courtney

Courtney 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, Courtney partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $100 non-refundable deposit and between $1,400 - $2,400 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes the microchip registration and any vet care while with us. This includes vet checks, dew claw removal, and the first round of vaccines and deworming. We require a non refundable deposit to ensure sincerity in committing to the puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Courtney 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 Courtney 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 Courtney 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
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Louisville, IL

4511 miles away

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More about Courtney

  • Courtney has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

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

  • Courtney’s links

Courtney is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Hearth & Homestead 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Hearth & Homestead 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 Golden Retrievers.

  • 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.

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Courtney to bring home their puppies.

  • Melissa Y.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    This experience has been amazing from start to finish! Courtney is quick to respond, polite and knowledgeable in raising perfect dogs. She made the process super easy. She definitely works hard to raise beautiful and healthy dogs. We are in love with our Bishop who we got from her. You will not be disappointed!!

    Anna C.

    Verified owner · June 2026

      • +4

    I would definitely recommend getting your golden retriever puppy from Hearth & Homestead. They’re extremely knowledgeable and hands on with their puppies and it definitely shows. I got my puppy yesterday and she has already taken to using a grass pad or goes to the door without any coaxing. She is extremely well socialized as well! I have a small Pomeranian (approximately 4 lbs) and they are already getting along super well! They also send home a folder with helpful information and offer help at anytime via messages on Facebook or Gooddog, you can tell they truly care about the breed and dogs/puppies.

    Owen V.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    Courtney was amazing to work with. She was super responsive all the time. She was kind enough to let us come over and see our puppy 2 weeks before the adoption date to get to know her and Courtney. She had all the answers to every question I asked. She provided a portfolio of all the information for our new dog including the AKC certification of our puppy's bloodline. And on top of that, she supplied a complimentary blanket, toy, and homemade paw balm for our new puppy. She truly does go above and beyond!

  • Jessica K.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    It was so obvious that baby Donut was raised with love. ❤️ I couldn’t be more impressed with Hearth & Homestead’s dedication to the pups. So grateful for finding the God Dog app and for Courtney making the process so pleasant.

    Emily L.

    Verified owner · June 2026

      • +4

    Hey Courtney the ride home was okay

    Emily P.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2024

    I could not have had a better experience working with Courtney from Hearth & Homestead! The process was extremely easy and smooth from start to finish—I loved the weekly update pictures I received once I settled on a pup and Courtney was super responsive to any questions I had along the way. The pickup process was super easy and Courtney had everything ready to go when we got there. I could tell the dogs are very well cared for there and raised to come home with the best possible preparation to do well. Most importantly, it was love at first sight with my Winnie who could not have been more perfect, sweet, and well behaved from the moment she got in my car. Thank you so much Courtney!!

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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.