Dixie Pugs of Tn
Meet the breeder
I'm Catherine K., the breeder behind Dixie Pugs of Tn located in Lexington, TN. Our goal is to find families who share the same love and passion that we do for these lovely companions. Our puppies are raised with love in our home. We have high expectations for our puppies and make sure to place each one with an enriching and loving family complementary to their personality and ability!
Q. & A. with Catherine
Why did you start breeding?
After being injured in a car accident, my doctor recommended we get a puppy to help with my depression and feeling useless. I had fallen in love with pugs years earlier, so it seemed like a no brainer. While we were patiently waiting for our baby, we started talking about breeding, so we asked our breeder for her thoughts and recommendations. Now 10 years later, here we are.What makes your program special?
We breed as a family for families. We try to make the first 10 weeks as interactive as possible using social media. We want our puppy families to feel like they are part of our family. We make a point to talk with everyone so that the pairing of pup and human is a success from the minute they leave our home.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black and fawn. Colors 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.
Yellow collar
Went homeMale
Orange collar
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Catherine
Catherine 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 $1,500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,300 - $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppies come with their first 2 sets of shots, regular worming, a contract, Vet Health Certificate, Microchip with lifetime enrollment in AKC Reunite, and their AKC papers, and a puppy pack. Deposits of half the puppy price, less any applicable waiting list fee, and are due once puppies are born and we know we have one for you.”
Contract & health guarantee
Catherine 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 Catherine 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 Catherine 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 Catherine.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Lexington, TN
643 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Nashville
547 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Catherine can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Catherine
Certifications & recognitions
American Kennel Club Canine College, Whelping and Medical Intervention Course Completed (AKC), AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Catherine has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Catherine was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Catherine is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Dixie Pugs of Tn 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
Cora, mom
Pug
About Cora
Cora is a female Pug. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Catherine decided to make her part of their program. Catherine 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.
Aayla, mom
Pug
About Aayla
Aayla is a female Pug over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Catherine decided to make her part of their program. Catherine 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.
Alastor, dad
Pug
About Alastor
Alastor is a male Pug. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Catherine decided to make him part of their program. Catherine 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
Dixie Pugs of Tn 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 Pugs.
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.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD), Pug Type, Pug Dog Encephalitis (PDE)
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).
