The Hoppers Back 40
Meet the breeder
I'm Candice H., the breeder behind The Hoppers Back 40 located in Payson, UT. We are huge animal lovers and have a special place in our hearts for our dogs. We want to provide top-quality beloved companions. Our family is committed to providing the care, love and attention these pups require in order to enhance the quality of their life as well as yours. Through DNA testing. Puppy culture, Bad Ass Breeders protocol, ENS (early neurological stimulation), exposure to kids, other dogs, and a loving environment, we ensure that our pups will be healthy physically and emotionally when they join your family. We cherish each of our dogs and puppies, and we do everything we can to make sure that they get the best lives possible. We strive to provide each of our puppies and their families with a truly positive experience!
Q. & A. with Candice
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Candice
Candice 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 $100 non-refundable deposit and between $900 - $1,900 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes puppy deworming, 1st vaccination, 1st vet check.”
Contract & health guarantee
Candice 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 Candice 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 Candice 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 Candice.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Payson, UT
5238 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Salt Lake City Airport
5203 miles away
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More about Candice
Candice has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Candice was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Candice is a trusted Good Dog breeder
The Hoppers Back 40 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
All breeds
Miniature American Shepherd
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Lakota, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Lakota
Lakota is an awesome family pet, she is loving, playful, loves to travel, go camping & snuggle she weighs 35 pounds and is ASDR registered
Uploaded health tests
Agouti DNA Test.Loretta, mom
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
About Loretta
Loretta is a female Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Candice decided to make her part of their program. Candice 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
Aussiedoodle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
The Hoppers Back 40 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 Aussiedoodles.
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.
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).
