Once Upon A Havanese

Heidi G.

Breeder of Havanese

  • Manteca, CA
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Heidi G., the breeder behind Once Upon A Havanese located in Manteca, CA. At Once Upon A Havanese, we are focused on providing socialized and healthy pets. We have been breeding only AKC Havanese for 9 years. We started out small and learned so much and continue to learn every day to be better. We now have 6 breeding dogs and a few retirees that enjoy being “grandparents”.

Q. & A. with Heidi

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We started with one at a time until almost each of us have our own fluffy. We love dogs and they bring us much happiness. We take pride in our well socialized pups.

  • What makes your program special?

    We have a very pure AKC breed and have many options of color and size. Our chocolates are true chocolate with the nose and paw pads to prove. We do not believe in Kennels but instead train and love our pets. We do NeoPar, first set of shots, and deworming. We also begin puppies on potty training and how to behave while being groomed. We also give a one year health guarantee.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Heidi

Heidi 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.

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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,100 - $3,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“All puppies are $2600 pet price, regardless of color or gender. AKC registered, health guarantee included. Full registration is $3800 only upon approval. $100 deposit for waitlist, then $400 when you pick out your puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Heidi 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 Heidi 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 Heidi directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • 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
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Heidi.

Breeder's location

Meet in Manteca, CA

2348 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Sacramento Airport

2349 miles away

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Meet in Los Angeles, CA

2270 miles away

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More about Heidi

  • Heidi has been a member of Good Dog for over 7 years

    Heidi was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2018.

Heidi is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Once Upon A Havanese 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Once Upon A Havanese 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 Havanese.

  • 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)

    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.

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