Hicks Family Homestead
- Macomb, MO
- Responds within a few hours
Meet the breeder
I'm Bridget H., the breeder behind Hicks Family Homestead located in Macomb, MO. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and intelligence. We strive to produce the best overall pets and family members. We have developed several protocols to ensure the health and well-being of all of our dogs. It’s our top priority to make sure each of our puppy families welcomes a happy and healthy new family member into their homes!
Q. & A. with Bridget
Why did you start breeding?
We were so impressed with the temperament of our first lab that we wanted to continue his line. Since then we have added a few females to our family.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, chocolate, and yellow. 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.
Honey Lemon
Went homeFemale
Baymax
Went homeMale
Gogo
Went homeFemale
Cass
Went homeFemale
Hiro
Went homeMale
Wasabi
Went homeMale
Aphrodite
Ready now1 year old · Female
Poseiden
Went homeMale
Persephone
Went homeFemale
Apollo
Went homeMale
Athena
Went homeFemale
Hera
Went homeFemale
Artemis
Went homeFemale
Aries
Went homeMale
Hades
Went homeMale
Zeus
Went homeMale
Rosemary
Went homeFemale
Sage
Went homeMale
Basil
Went homeMale
Cayenne
Went homeMale
Vanilla
Went homeFemale
Ginger
Went homeFemale
Pepper
Went homeFemale
Cinnamon
Went homeFemale
Adele
Went homeFemale
Cash
Went homeMale
Dolly
Went homeFemale
Avril
Went homeFemale
Colbie
Went homeFemale
Ozzy
Went homeMale
Dre
Went homeMale
Snoop
Went homeMale
Bruno
Went homeMale
Cardi
Went homeFemale
Woodstock
Went homeMale
Charlie
Went homeMale
Schroeder
Went homeMale
Snoopy
Went homeMale
Ace
Went homeMale
Lucy
Went homeFemale
Pattie
Went homeFemale
Marcy
Went homeFemale
Linus
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Bridget
Bridget 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, Bridget partners with them to find the best puppy match.
Price
“Puppies will be up to date on vaccinations and worming. They are vet checked at 8 weeks.”
Contract & health guarantee
Bridget 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 Bridget 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 Bridget 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
- Socialized with children
- 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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Toys
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Bridget.
Breeder's location
Meet in Macomb, MO
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Springfield–Branson National Airport
Meet in Springfield, MO
More about Bridget
Bridget has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Bridget was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Bridget is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Hicks Family 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
Pete, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Pete
Pete is a male Labrador Retriever over 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Bridget decided to make him part of their program. Bridget 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.
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel, D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, +3 more.
Luna Mae, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Luna Mae
Luna Mae is a female Labrador Retriever almost 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Bridget decided to make her part of their program. Bridget 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.
Uploaded health tests
Patellar Luxation, Shoulder Osteochondrosis, +5 more.
Stella, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Stella
Stella is a sweet-natured lab that loves to snuggle. She enjoys exploring the farm and going on hikes in the woods.
Uploaded health tests
DNA Profile, DNA Disease Panel.
Winnie, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Winnie
Winnie is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Bridget decided to make her part of their program. Bridget 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.
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel.
Parent health testing
Good level
Hicks Family 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 Labrador 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.
D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Bridget to bring home their puppies.
Chayanne M.
Verified owner · Aug. 2026
Our experience with Bridget at Hicks Family Homestead was wonderful from beginning to end! She was very communicative, helpful, and welcoming throughout the entire process. You can truly tell how much she cares about her dogs and puppies and wants to make sure they go to loving homes. Duke came home happy and healthy, and he is already such a sweet and playful boy. Bridget gave us helpful information for bringing him home and made the whole experience feel very comfortable for us as first-time puppy parents. We are absolutely in love with Duke and so grateful we found Hicks Family Homestead! We’re excited to watch him grow and keep Bridget updated along the way. Thank you for raising our sweet boy and giving him such a great start!
justin k.
Verified owner · June 2026
When we brought Eddie home, we thought we were getting a Labrador puppy. What we actually got was a new member of the family. Eddie has a personality that is impossible to describe without laughing. He’s a professional taco thief, a repeat Tim Tam offender, and somehow always appears within three feet of any food that enters the house. If something hits the floor, Eddie considers it a legal transfer of ownership. He keeps my wife company on the porch, rides with me in the Jeep like he’s been doing it his entire life, and somehow still believes he fits comfortably in a lap despite getting bigger every week. He has claimed spots on couches, chairs, beds, and hearts with equal determination. He’s also one of the most affectionate dogs I’ve ever known. He wants to be where his people are. Whether he’s following us around the house, stretching out next to us after a long day, or looking at us with those expressive eyes, he has become woven into the rhythm of our family. The funny thing about Eddie is that he’s equal parts chaos and joy. He steals boots for attention. He investigates everything. He has absolutely no regrets about any of his decisions. Yet somehow everyone forgives him almost immediately. Looking through our photos, it’s amazing how quickly he went from “the puppy” to simply “Eddie.” Not the dog. Not the puppy. Eddie. Family. We’re grateful to Bridget for giving him such a great start in life. The confidence, intelligence, and loving temperament we see every day are things that were there from the beginning. We got a wonderful dog, but more importantly, we got a friend who has brought a lot of happiness into our home.
Evie T.
Verified owner · May 2026
Bridget was very helpful and answered all of my questions I had about our puppy. She was responsive and always in a timely manner. We also received weekly updates with photos which was nice to see. We appreciate her!
Trina B.
Verified owner · Aug. 2026
I have never used good dog before. When I found Bridgett’s page I saw her wonderful reviews and adorable pups. It was kindve a quick decision I decided to just get a puppy one night and didn’t look back. Bridgette provided weekly updates & responded quickly. If I get another puppy and she’s still doing this , I would definitely go through her again. !
Nick B.
Verified owner · May 2026
Bridget was great throughout the entire process of getting our sweet pup. She answered all of our questions and gave updates along the way. We also appreciated her daughter driving 2 hours to meet us on pick up day. The take home goody bag was very nice and helped make the transition seamless. We were very happy with our experience and would recommend Bridget to anyone looking to add a wonderful Lab to their family!
Maria del Carmen V.
Verified owner · Apr. 2026
It was an excellent experience with great communication; they kept me updated weekly on growth, health, and delivery arrangements. Most importantly, whenever I wrote to them, they always replied. I 100% recommend them—I was very happy with the entire process and didn't experience any stress whatsoever.
