Heritage Mountain Ranch
- North Fork, CA
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Hannah L., the breeder behind Heritage Mountain Ranch located in North Fork, CA. We offer well-tempered dogs with foundations that nurture curiosity, drive, and obedience. We are conscientious in our breeding practices, and we breed for health, temperament, and ability. We want our dogs to be able to succeed wherever they are needed, as well as to thrive in their homes with their families.
Q. & A. with Hannah
Why did you start breeding?
Years ago we had our lovely Lily, who lived to be 13! So many of our friends up here wanted guardians like her and they were hard to find. We were also moving to 40 acres in North Fork with only one Pyr to guard. She wasn’t our first Pyr, but our only at the time. I’d bred collies many years before. So we acquired our Patrick and kept Whisper from their litter. We’ve had 5 Pyrs at one time here and that’s a good number.What makes your program special?
We breed for color, that is unique. Sometimes our dogs retain it as adults. In purebred dogs there is no genetic diversity, which is why you get genetic weaknesses showing up like hip and elbow problems. Genetic problems are always recessive, so can be strengthened with any differences in breed traits. The fact dogs are purebred rules out diversity. So we look for color and coat differences. They are still within the breed standard, of course. We also breed for good personality and temperament and we breed rarely. Our litter this year is our first in three years.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Quartz
Went homeMale
Creek
Went homeMale
Summit
Went homeMale
Rose
Went homeFemale
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Angel Falls (Angel)
Went homeFemale
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Cascadel (Cassie)
Went homeFemale
Luna
Went homeFemale
Clementine
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Freesia
Went homeFemale
Jasper
Went homeMale
Quince
Went homeFemale
Flora
Went homeFemale
Onyx
Went homeMale
Gypsum
Went homeMale
Talus
Went homeMale
Jasmine
Went homeFemale
Birch
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Ivy
Went homeFemale
Tundra
Went homeMale
Pine
Went homeMale
Holly
Went homeFemale
Muir
Went homeMale
Hyacinth
Went homeFemale
Zeus
Went homeMale
Honey
Went homeFemale
Westley
Went homeMale
Rose
Went homeFemale
Rogue
Went homeMale
Indiana
Went homeMale
Archer
Went homeMale
Po
Went homeMale
Daisy
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Hannah
Hannah 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, Hannah partners with them to find the best puppy match.
Price
“Price includes vet check, health guarantee, first round of shots, worming, lots of socialization and a course of natural immunity builders as well. Microchip service available for a small additional fee. In order to reserve a pup once a litter is born, you need to place a $550 deposit to reserve the pup of your choice. The remaining amount is due before or at pickup. Under unusual circumstances, we have returned deposits. We do not want our puppies going to homes where they can not be cared for properly. All prospective owners must sign a purchase agreement for care of their pup.”
Contract & health guarantee
Hannah 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 Hannah 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 Hannah 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
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Hannah.
Breeder's location
Meet in North Fork, CA
5628 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Fresno Yosemite Airport
5661 miles away
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Meet in Sacramento, CA
5602 miles away
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More about Hannah
Hannah has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Hannah was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Hannah’s links
Hannah is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Heritage Mountain Ranch 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
Litter and program updates
Hannah L.
Litter update on 21 Feb •…We finally had a sunny day today and pups got out to experience the snow. Some were pretty brave as it was very cold and very wet. This is at 5 1/2 weeks on Thursday.
Silas and Fern (retired)'s litter
Hannah L.
Program update on 18 Feb •Pups are five weeks this week and not getting much time outside! We are alternating between snow and rain for several days now and they get really cold when we take them out at all. Heat lamps and heaters are back on this week.
Hannah L.
Program update on 18 Feb •…Pups just before turning four weeks old. They are having their first “day out” and just finished eating puréed food so they are messy with it. They are nervous about all the open space and everyone wants to be picked up!
Hannah L.
Program update on 10 Apr 2025 •Pups just started taking first steps today. So cute to see them walking around on their short little legs. Not even three weeks old and they are getting around beautifully!
Hannah L.
Litter update on 21 Jan 2025 •…Today the pups went for their veterinary exams. So very many years ago, I had lots of helpers, but today, just Hannah and mom wrangled all the pups along the windy roads to our old veterinarian in Mariposa. We went there faithfully while living in Coarsegold (All Creatures Veterinary), but the last six years, after moving to North Fork, we’ve made the trek to Auberry. Even windier roads, but a shorter trip for our pets. But Dr. Sally is retiring-so we went back to our wonderful Dr. Wise. Dr. Wise pulled up this photo on her screen from almost 15 years ago. It’s on her web page too. That’s Hannah on the left who is now a school teacher and owner of two of our dogs! All pups checked out with everything wonderful! Dr. Wise commented on their great conformation and good health. She was very impressed. They got shots and heartworm. No pics today as their tummies did not handle the trip well and they were happy to be home!! Still, they were all wagging with the vet techs and Dr. Wise. Great temperaments!
Gabriel and Fern (retired)'s litter
Parent dogs
Fern (retired), mom
Great Pyrenees
About Fern (retired)
Fern is Hannah’s beautiful and loyal Pyr. She is where all our color comes from, though our beautiful Lily and Patrick carried strong color genes, as well. Fern will be retiring this year. We just hate to take her down from our page and not see her pictures up anymore. She has attained porch status, though she still has her favorite place by our driveway and is equally happy in with the goats.
Essie, mom
Great Pyrenees
About Essie
Introducing Essie, who is fun loving, high spirited and has a gentle nature. Whenever we have a litter of pups, she comes to play. She loves children, especially, and is a wonderful guardian. Essie is coming up on two years old, so we are adding her to our breeding program.
Bear, mom
Great Pyrenees
About Bear
Bear is a female Great Pyrenees. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Hannah decided to make her part of their program. Hannah 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.
Patrick, dad
Great Pyrenees
About Patrick
Patrick is a male Great Pyrenees. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Hannah decided to make him part of their program. Hannah 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.
Cadence, mom
Great Pyrenees
About Cadence
Cadence is a female Great Pyrenees. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Hannah decided to make her part of their program. Hannah 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.
Gabriel, dad
Great Pyrenees
About Gabriel
Gabriel is a male Great Pyrenees. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Hannah decided to make him part of their program. Hannah 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.
Silas, dad
Great Pyrenees
About Silas
Silas is the tallest Pyrenees we have ever known! He has a gorgeous personality that matches his looks. He is loyal and very much a people person as well as being a very able guardian. In his “gangly” teen stage we joked that he looked like the dog/bear from the Dr Seuss series book, “Put Me in the Zoo” as he was just so tall and long legged. His pups will grow up to be very large Pyrenees.
Parent health testing
Good level
Heritage Mountain Ranch 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 Great Pyrenees.
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.
