Sunset Pines Labradors

Heidi R.

Breeder of Labrador Retrievers

  • Deary, ID ·
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Meet the breeder

I'm Heidi R., the breeder behind Sunset Pines Labradors located in Deary, ID. We breed healthy, happy, and versatile Labradors to be your new best friend, hiking and adventure partners, or service dogs. We breed for temperament, confirmation, intelligence, and longevity, with one or two litters each year.

Q. & A. with Heidi

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We have always loved chocolate labs, and so when we were looking for a new female for our family, we knew we wanted one from strong genetic background, fully health tested, intelligent - and we found our Gracie. When she had fully matured and passed all her own health screenings we began the hunt for a suitable stud to help grow our program.

  • What makes your program special?

    We are a small scale program, with only 1 or 2 litters per year. This allows us to spend a maximum amount of time with each litter. They are members of our family, grow up in our living room, and have the opportunity to experience the beautiful outdoor Idaho from the time they learn to walk. We take care to produce the best puppies for our buyers.

  • 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.

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.

Heidi partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.

“We take time to match our puppies with the right family in alignment with your color and gender preferences as well as temperament traits of each pup. Matching takes place generally around 6 weeks. ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $300 non-refundable deposit that secures a spot in a litter. The remaining $900 - $1,700 is due before pickup, plus applicable taxes and fees.

“This includes the cost of the puppy, regular health management and parasite control, microchip and veterinary wellness exam. Puppies are sold with limited AKC registration unless previously arranged. All puppies are the same price regardless of gender. Deposit counts towards purchase price.”

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.

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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
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Deary, ID

4986 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Spokane Airport (Geiger Field)

4965 miles away

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Meet in Coeur d'Alene, ID

4942 miles away

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More about Heidi

  • Heidi has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 year

    Heidi was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

  • Heidi’s links

Heidi is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Sunset Pines Labradors 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

Sunset Pines Labradors 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.

  • Vet Wellness Exam

    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 Disease Panel, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), D Locus (Dilute) DNA test

    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 Heidi to bring home their puppies.

  • Christi P.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    I was incredibly impressed with the entire process. The Good Dog app made everything simple — all communication and purchases were handled smoothly right through the platform. Heidi was, and continues to be, absolutely wonderful to work with. She was responsive, kind, and patient every step of the way. She took the time to answer all of my questions, and even after bringing my puppy home, she has continued to check in. That alone shows how deeply she cares for her dogs and the families they go to. I am so grateful for the puppy I received from her — Ruby is smart, confident, playful, and adorable. She has quickly become my very best friend, and I’m looking forward to all the future adventures with her. I highly recommend Heidi/Sunset Pines Labradors!

    Jake H.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    Heidi was incredible. She vetted me through the process to make sure Bear was going to a good home. Once we committed to having Bear come home with me, she continued to be great. She gave me incredible insight into how to keep him healthy, proper feeding, even how to grind his toe nails! She has been in contact with me even after I took him home and was open to answering any questions I may have had in regards to Bear. He's been so great, I couldn't have asked for a better puppy to get nor asked for better guidance.

  • Ella M.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

      • +5

    Heidi was amazing during the process to get our pup Oakley! She would give us daily updates and would make sure to send lots of pictures. Oakley has been amazing and healthy! Have definitely seen some signs of hunting like his dad! So thankful we found her!!

    Emma M.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

      • +5

    Heidi was absolutely fantastic to work with! She is incredibly knowledgeable about her dogs and took the time to answer every single question we had with such kindness and patience. It was clear from the start how much she truly loves and cares for her dogs. Even after we brought our puppy, Grizz, home, she checked in multiple times to make sure the transition was going smoothly and offered so many helpful tips to make the adjustment easier. We were so impressed by how thoughtful and organized the entire experience was. Heidi sent us home with a week’s worth of food and plenty of informational materials to help us give Grizz the best possible care. The whole process was seamless and positive from start to finish. We are beyond grateful for our amazing puppy!! We would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a happy, healthy, and well-loved puppy. Thank you, Heidi!

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.