Heartlands Quality Labrador Retrievers

Raised by Shannon R.

Certified Breeder of Labrador Retrievers

  • 1 club membership
  • 83% response rate • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Heartlands Quality Labrador Retrievers located in Jamestown, OH. We are dedicated to raising the bar for thoughtful breeding with optimal health in mind. We do our best to produce puppies that have the best chance at living long, happy, and healthy lives as your best friend!

Shannon’s experience

  • About Shannon

    Heartlands Quality Labrador Retrievers have been specializing in raising quality full English AKC Labrador Retrievers. We have had the pleasure of owning this lovable breed for over 23 years. Paying special attention to not just good health lines but also the temperament making sure they are easy to train, attentive and calm for families across the United States.

  • What makes Shannon’s program special

    We Are not a puppy mill and are very careful who we sell to. We do not sell to brokers. Our labs are hard to come by and when you own one you will see exactly what I mean.

  • Shannon is a member of a club

    American kennel club

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Getting a puppy from Shannon

Shannon 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. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. 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 range from $2,000 - $2,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $1,000.

“Your puppy will have received first round of shots, vet examination, as well as a 7 day health guarantee and 26 month hip elbow and eye guarantee. Puppies vary in price depending on the cost put into the breeding and who the stud is.”

Contract and health guarantee

Shannon 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 Shannon 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 Shannon directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Pups are well socialized and given some basic potty training, and some commands before going to new homes. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Socialized in new places, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, and Various sounds.

Puppy health practices

All pups are vaccinated and given a thorough vet examination before taken home.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Registration, Initial potty training, Vet records, and Basic obedience & manners.

Bringing your puppy home

Shannon offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Jamestown, OH or nearby

If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.

“We recommend picking your puppy up so you can also meet the parents. But we understand for those that live so far away so we do offer shipping. ”

Get your puppy dropped off to you

Work with a trusted transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.

More about Shannon

  • Why Shannon started breeding

    We fell in love with the Labrador retriever 23 years ago after we owned our very first one at that time.

  • Shannon has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years

    Shannon was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Shannon’s program includes one color

    Shannon’s Labrador Retriever puppies are yellow. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Shannon’s links

Shannon is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Heartlands Quality Labrador Retrievers 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

Meet Shannon's parent dogs

All breeds

Labrador Retriever

Parent health testing

Labrador Retriever

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Heartlands Quality Labrador Retrievers 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.

  • Full Embark Panel, 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).

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