Heathens Howe'nds
Meet the breeder
I'm Loran H., the breeder behind Heathens Howe'nds located in Sierra Vista Southeast, AZ. Both parents have been genetically tested and are 100% AKC registered basset hounds. They are raised around other bassets as well as thier adopted family members including cats, and farm animals. They constantly are doted upon. Raised to be loving caring and ready to be your furever family member.
Q. & A. with Loran
Why did you start breeding?
We fell in love with the basset hound breed. My old dog was going downhill, and my wife knew that I always wanted a basset hound. So she got me, my first basset hound, for our anniversary. Then everyone in the family wanted one.What makes your program special?
Our babies are our family members and they are spoiled to death. They are also kept away from anything that pose a danger. This includes only family members going into the puppy kennels.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include mahogany and white and black brown and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Loran
Loran 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
"Price includes our 100% basset hound puppies. Puppys vary in price do to availability and demand."
Contract & health guarantee
Loran 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 Loran 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 Loran directly.
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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Loran.
Breeder's location
Meet in Sierra Vista Southeast, AZ
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Tucson Airport
Meet in Tucson, AZ
More about Loran
Loran has been a member of Good Dog for 4 months
Loran was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Loran’s links
Loran is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Heathens Howe'nds 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 health testing
Excellent level
Heathens Howe'nds 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.
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.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), Gonioscopy
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.
Vet Wellness Exam
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.
DNA Disease 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).
