Joyful Heart Silks
Meet the breeder
I'm Susan G., the breeder behind Joyful Heart Silks located in Tallahassee, FL. Our dogs are bred for health and temperament with a focus on conformation, athleticism, and intelligence. We are dedicated to providing our families with wonderful, healthy family pets. We carefully select future homes for each of our pups. We want to make sure they are going to a home that will give them the life they deserve.
Q. & A. with Susan
Why did you start breeding?
I wanted to contribute to the betterment of the breed. I only breed dogs that meet the standard and further the breed.What makes your program special?
I do extensive health certification. All of my dogs live in my home, sleep in my bed, and are with us when we travel. They are socialized constantly and encouraged at all times to be the delightful little beings they are.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Birth day
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Susan
Susan 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 $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the guarantee, Havana Silk registration, the first round of vaccinations, deworming, and socialization. No deposit description.”
Contract & health guarantee
Susan 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 Susan 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 Susan 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Susan.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Tallahassee, FL
4745 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Tallahassee Airport
4764 miles away
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More about Susan
Club memberships
Susan is a member of Havana Silk Dog Association of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Avidog Associate.
Susan has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Susan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Susan is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Joyful Heart Silks 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
Charlotte, mom
Havana Silk Dog
About Charlotte
Charlotte is a female Havana Silk Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Susan decided to make her part of their program. Susan 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
Joyful Heart Silks 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 Havana Silk Dogs.
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.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
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.
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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)
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 Repository, OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, DNA Profile
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).
