Tuckers' Howling Hounds

Heather T.

Breeder of Basset Hounds

  • Dingess, WV
  • Meetup available in Pittsburgh, PA
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies

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3 months old · Female

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3 months old · Male

Meet the breeder

I'm Heather T., the breeder behind Tuckers' Howling Hounds located in Dingess, WV. We raise our dogs/puppies in our home as a family. Our babies are vet checked & parents genetically tested & cleared parents to ensure a long healthy life w/ your baby! We look forward to helping you find the perfect pet only addition for your Family! We have 2 residences we travel between WV & FL.

Q. & A. with Heather

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We've been breeding for over 20 years though we started breeding basset hounds for the past 5 yrs our daughter always wanted a basset we had & breed other hounds such as, Walkers through out the years but when we got our 1st Basset Hound she stole all of our hearts! So we decided to start sharing a breed with everyone else that had become so close to our hearts!

  • 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 Heather

Heather 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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"All our babies are AKC registered, health tested parents, UTD on shots, dewormed, microchiped, health certificate & guarante, 30 days insurance, personalized bag w/ items to help w/ their transition. Our deposits are non refundable but if for some reason the dam doesn’t end up pregnant or their is not enough puppies produced of what gender, look or coloring you are looking for or if something happens & you need to wait we will happily move your deposit to another litter."

Contract & health guarantee

Heather 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 Heather 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 Heather 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
      • 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
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Dingess, WV

269 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Yeager Airport

227 miles away

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Meet in Pittsburgh, PA

165 miles away

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More about Heather

  • Heather has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years

    Heather was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Heather’s links

Heather is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Tuckers' Howling Hounds 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

Excellent level

Tuckers' Howling Hounds 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 Basset Hounds.

  • Brucellosis

    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.

  • PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Disease, X-Linked, Basset Hound Type (XSCID), Primary Open Angle Glaucoma, Basset Hound Type, Thrombopathia, Basset Hound Type, 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Heather to bring home their puppies.

  • Nicola K.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

    Had a wonderful experience with Heather, she kept in touch with pics and videos of Alfie, drove him home to me a week after I found him. I’m just over the moon with him, would def recommend Heather for anyone seeking a Bassett hound

    Jessica D.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

      • +4

    We knew we were thinking about adding a Basset to our family, but we imagined it would take a while to find the right one. We were pleasantly surprised with how quickly Heather responded. We had never heard of or used good dog before, so we werent sure what to expect. We fell in love with one of her pups and she was very prompt with offering a phone conversation that sealed the deal for us! She was very informative and responsive to any questions or concerns I had, and very accommodating when it came to pick up arrangements and timing. We will always be grateful for the gift that Tuckers Howling Hounds has given us, our sweet Coraline.

    Greta K.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

    We absolutely love our Rainbow Dash from Tucker’s Howling Hounds. She is gorgeous and sweet, and well adjusted. She is a snuggle expert who loves playing with her new sisters when she’s not busy impersonating a melting ice cream sundae. We are beyond pleased with our experience in acquiring a puppy from THH. They maintain professionalism with a personal touch. When I first started my puppy search, I wasn’t open to acquiring a puppy via transport. However, when I saw Heather’s puppies and program on Good Dog, I knew I wanted one of her dogs. Heather is knowledgeable and responsive. Everything about the experience put me at ease, so we reserved our puppy and arranged to meet via ground transport. Best day ever. It’s very evident that Heather and her family spend quality time with their dogs and puppies. Both Heather and her husband were friendly and informative. You can tell that their dogs and pups receive quality care. They started her on potty training and you can tell she was handled quite a bit which makes it easier to care for her grooming needs. She even rests quietly in her playpen while we do housework.

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    Gloria H.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    My family has consisted of 4 legged kids for about 20 years; all brachialcephalic. Bullies that require unique living conditions from most of canines. My husband and I decided we should venture out and hunt for another affectionate breed. I found GOOD DOG and was so pleased by their business model. I was really pleased that GD screens their breeders so well. The ability to communicate with breeders was a great insight into how the breeders brought thought into their many litters. We were looking for a breeder that viewed them as potential family members and solely that, not a business that took very good care of their physical needs- but didn’t think about them once they left for their new home. Heather exhibited exactly what we were hoping for. She responded to my questions promptly and I never felt that my many messages were overboard. We mentioned we wanted a pup that was very affectionate, let us roll her onto her back (exhibiting trust immediately!). My husband loves the kisses to his ears and wow this pup renamed Peaches couldn’t have been any more loving and trusting. I had been ill when we were due to pick her up and Heather was so understanding. I was thinking about how patient I would be with a house filled with pups and adult dogs. I have rambled, however if looking for a basset hound, Heather is the best breeder we have worked with(7 breeders in total). She views them with so much love that she ensures they are transported by someone she trusts- the new parents or a professional transporter known for years. Best breeder we have worker with and certainly the best breeding as Peaches was complimented by the vet for her hips, veins in ear(easy to draw blood if needed). Sorry so long a review, however they are a family member for many years. is the person to work with. She is very kind and I think dogs sense the vibe of the household; part of the reason Peaches arrived and fit into the pack from day one. She curls up in your arms and has a very contented breathing pattern. Lastly Heather was awesome about transporting her from W VA to MA. SHE HAS A I

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    Beth S.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    We had such a positive experience with Tucker’s Howling Hounds. Heather was so responsive each time I reached out. We were able to meet her husband for pickup and are absolutely in love with our sweet Tatum! ❤️

    Mya T.

    Verified owner · June 2025

      • +4

    My twin sister and I had been looking into getting a basset hound for a few months before we ended up contacting Heather in April. She responded to me not even 5 minutes later and the rest is history. She gave weekly updates of the dogs and tried her best to update us even when she had personal events going on in life. She is so sweet and answered every question I had. We initially were going to get 1 hound but we actually ended up getting 2! Thank you so much Heather, if you’re ever planning on getting a basset hound, GO TO HEATHER!!!!

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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.

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.

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