I'm Ari M., the breeder behind Ari Maras located in Alexandria, MN. My life revolves around my dogs and meeting their needs both socially and medically. I strive to bring you the healthiest, most well-rounded puppies. I am very proud to be breeding these incredible dogs. It is important to me that I am breeding versatile, socialized, and healthy pups for my buyers to welcome into their homes and hearts.
Q. & A. with Ari
Why did you start breeding?
My puppies’ health and wellbeing are my main priorities. I commit to devoting my time, energy, and efforts to each litter to ensure my puppies are properly socialized from the moment they are born and prepared to excel in their forever homes.
What makes your program special?
My dogs and puppies are considered members of my family, and they get the best care I can provide. My commitment is to provide you with a professional and friendly puppy-buying experience. That includes always having responsible practices for breeding, training, and rehoming my puppies. I am very dedicated to what I do and what I aim to achieve as a breeder. I truly want the very best for my puppies and their forever families.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are toy size. Sizes 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.
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Ari
Ari 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 $150 non-refundable deposit and between $350 - $1,350 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price of the puppy generally includes. Deposit is non refundable, unless there are health issues. However, they are transferable to another litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Ari 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 Ari 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 Ari directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Ari.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Alexandria, MN
4404 miles away
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More about Ari
Ari has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Ari was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Ari is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Ari Maras 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
Poodle
Yorkipoo
Bichon Frise
Yorkshire Terrier
Dude, dad
Poodle
About Dude
Dude is a male Poodle over 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Ari decided to make him part of their program. Ari 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.
Toaster, mom
Poodle
About Toaster
Toaster is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Ari decided to make her part of their program. Ari 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.
Maria, mom
Yorkipoo
About Maria
Maria is a female Yorkipoo. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Ari decided to make her part of their program. Ari 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.
Quin, mom
Bichon Frise
About Quin
Quin is a female Bichon Frise. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Ari decided to make her part of their program. Ari 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.
Dory, dad
Yorkshire Terrier
About Dory
Dory is a male Yorkshire Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Ari decided to make him part of their program. Ari 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.
Sanders, mom
Poodle
About Sanders
Sanders is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Ari decided to make her part of their program. Ari 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.
Squirrel, mom
Poodle
About Squirrel
Squirrel is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Ari decided to make her part of their program. Ari 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Ari Maras 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 Toy Poodles.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd)
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).