I'm Myranda M., the breeder behind Helper Hounds located in Lincoln, NE. Helper Hounds breeds Redbone Coonhounds for service dogs, sport dogs, hunting dogs, and family companions. We're proud of our dogs. Redbone Coonhounds are our chosen breed, and their unique traits lend them a versatility that we love.
Q. & A. with Myranda
Why did you start breeding?
I had been raised around my grandmother who used to breed Rottweilers and learned from her. When I decided to open my own program, I knew a lot but joined several breeder groups and researched online for other answers.
What makes your program special?
I'm breeding Redbone Coonhounds primarily for service dogs. I focus first and foremost on temperament and health because those are the most important. I also focus on the natural abilities of my dogs because it's their specific traits that make them good candidates.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are red. 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.
Red Boy (Solas)
Went home
Male
Lime Boy
Went home
Male
Orange Boy
Went home
Male
Yellow Girl
Went home
Female
Green Boy
Went home
Male
Purple Boy
Went home
Male
Pink Girl
Went home
Female
White Boy
Went home
Male
Blue Girl (Indy)
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Myranda
Myranda 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 $100 refundable deposit and between $300 - $700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price is dependent on demand. If we have a smaller litter, the pups will be more expensive. If we have a larger litter, the pups will be less expensive. This is to cover care costs such as vet visits, vaccines, etc. Your deposit is refundable! If we don't have a puppy that will suit your needs, you can either request a refund or wait for our next litter. It depends on what suits you.”
Contract & health guarantee
Myranda 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 Myranda 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 Myranda directly.
Helper Hounds 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
INDY, mom
Redbone Coonhound
About INDY
INDY is a female Redbone Coonhound about 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Myranda decided to make her part of their program. Myranda 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Helper Hounds 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 Redbone Coonhounds.
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.
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).