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!
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
What is Good Dog?
A nationwide network of certified breeders
Direct connections with breeders
Safe payments, backed by our guarantee
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.
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.”
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.
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.
All pups are vaccinated and given a thorough vet examination before taken home.
We send our puppies home with Registration, Initial potty training, Vet records, and Basic obedience & manners.
Shannon offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
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. ”
Work with a trusted transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
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.
Heartlands Quality Labrador Retrievers meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
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About Lacy
Lacy is a gorgeous full English Labrador retriever that loves everyone she meets. She is eager to please and a gentle girl. Pups from her will be outstanding!
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About Dutchess
Dutchess is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
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About Ginger
Ginger is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
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About Gia
Gia is another great example of what Heartlands has produced for 23 years. She is spunky with the sweetest disposition. She loves everyone she meets. Gia has shown to carry on her wonderful qualities in her offspring!
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About Trooper
Trooper comes from one of my long lines of full English champion bloodlines. He definitely shows Heartlands qualities we have been breeding for over 23 years. He is super sweet and loves everyone he meets! He has already proven to produce offspring with all of these qualities. Everyone loves Trooper!
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About Lucy
Lucy is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
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About Luna
Luna is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
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About Sarge
Sarge is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shannon decided to make him part of their program. Shannon 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.
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About Chance
Chance is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shannon decided to make him part of their program. Shannon 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.
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About Kit
Kit is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shannon decided to make him part of their program. Shannon 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.
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About Luna
Luna is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
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About Dutchess
Dutchess is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
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About Casper
Casper is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shannon decided to make him part of their program. Shannon 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.
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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).
Moderate energy
Energy level
Allergy-friendly
Allergy
High shedding
Shedding