Solstice Newfoundlands
- Sacramento, CA
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Planned Newfoundland litter
Due Mar. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Renee H., the breeder behind Solstice Newfoundlands located in Sacramento, CA. My program focuses on the NCA breed standard, correct confirmation, temperament and health testing.
Q. & A. with Renee
Why did you start breeding?
After success in the confirmation ring and spending time engaging in performance activities I wanted to help others understand the complexity of this beautiful breed taking every opportunity to teach anyone who was interested in learning. The hallmark of the breed is their sweet loving nature. Following close behind is there ability to throw slingers that will hang from your 12 ft ceiling.What makes your program special?
My program is focused on moderation, athleticism, and temperament. They are strong, powerful and agile not overdone. I believe a more moderate dog is healthier minimizing risk of injury while performing their working dog tasks; water rescue and drafting. Much thought goes into choosing breeding pairs, while there will never be a “perfect” dog we do our best to come as close as we can.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Renee
Renee 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
“price includes AKC registration, all appropriate puppy vaccinations and 10 week heart checks. Socialization and exposure, puppy culture and age appropriate training.”
Contract & health guarantee
Renee 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 Renee 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 Renee directly.
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
- 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
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Renee.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Sacramento, CA
2337 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Sacramento Airport
2349 miles away
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Meet in Sacramento, CA
2346 miles away
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More about Renee
Club memberships
Renee is a member of Northern California Newfoundland club and Newfoundland club Of America.
Renee has been a member of Good Dog for 8 months
Renee was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Renee is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Solstice Newfoundlands 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
Renee H.
Litter update on 20 Aug. 2025 •We have confirmed 7 puppies set to arrive 8/25/25
Rhône and Storey's litter
Renee H.
Program update on 25 July 2025 •Storey has successfully been bred to Rhône. Puppies expected 8-25-25
Parent dogs
Storey, mom
Newfoundland
About Storey
Storey is a female Newfoundland. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Renee decided to make her part of their program. Renee 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.
Excellent health testing
Cystinuria Type 1A, Newfoundland Type, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +2 more.Tucker, dad
Newfoundland
About Tucker
Tucker is a male Newfoundland 7 months old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Renee decided to make him part of their program. Renee 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.
Great health testing
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Solstice Newfoundlands 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 Newfoundlands.
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.
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.
DNA Disease Panel, Cystinuria Type 1A, Newfoundland Type
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).
