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Growing Puppies
- Fredericksburg, VA
- Responds within a day
Available puppies
Boy 2
Ready Jan. 10, 2026
5 days old · Male
Girl 2
Ready Jan. 10, 2026
5 days old · Female
Boy 5
Ready Jan. 10, 2026
5 days old · Male
Girl 1
Ready Jan. 10, 2026
5 days old · Female
Boy 3
Ready Jan. 10, 2026
5 days old · Male
Girl 3
Ready Jan. 10, 2026
5 days old · Female
Boy 4
Ready Jan. 10, 2026
5 days old · Male
Male puppy 1
Ready Jan. 10, 2026
5 days old · Male
Upcoming litters
Expected Schnoodle litter
Due Nov. 2025
Ready Jan. 10, 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Mary M., the breeder behind Growing Puppies located in Fredericksburg, VA. Our home breeding program emphasizes quality in every way. We choose healthy parents that are fully health tested and have wonderful temperaments. Our puppies have age appropriate socialization and are potty trained. We strive to produce the best Schnoodles you will find.
Q. & A. with Mary
Why did you start breeding?
Many years ago, a breeder I met recognized my love for dogs and encouraged me to consider breeding the puppy I had just purchased. After learning from experienced mentors and reading everything I could, I raised my first litter—and I was hooked! I love nurturing my puppies and sharing the joy they bring to their new families has been truly rewarding.What makes your program special?
With over a decade of experience, I raise healthy, confident puppies through science-based breeding and care. Using Early Neurological Stimulation, early potty training, and socialization with people of all ages, my puppies grow into loving, adaptable companions who are eager to learn and easy to train.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are apricot. 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.
Green Boy 3
Went homeMale
Red Boy 1
Went homeMale
Yellow Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Grey collar Boy 5
Went homeMale
Light blue Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Pink Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Orange Boy 2
Went homeMale
Brown/Tax collar Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3 - RED
Went homeMale
Boy 2 - Grey
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 4 - BLUE
Went homeMale
Boy 1 Green
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Yellow collar girl
Went homeFemale
Pink female
Went homeFemale
Green collar girl
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
PEPSI - Blue Collar
Went homeMale
Coca Cola - Yellow Collar boy
Went homeMale
Fanta - Pink girl
Went homeFemale
Dr Pepper -Green Collar
Went homeMale
SPRITE - Brown collar
Went homeMale
Pegasus - girl
Went homeFemale
Boy 1 - Griffin
Went homeMale
Yeti - Boy 2
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Mary
Mary 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 $299.98 non-refundable deposit and between $2,500.02 - $3,200.57 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Pay over time with Klarna.
“Please keep in mind that we will add VA Sales tax of 5.3% to your puppy payment. The tax will be collected as an "Other" payment after the puppy is paid. My puppies vary in price depending on Gender. Females are typically $300 more than the males due to demand.”
Contract & health guarantee
Mary 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 Mary 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 Mary 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
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Mary.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Fredericksburg, VA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Richmond Airport (Byrd Field)
Meet in Arlington, VA
More about Mary
Mary has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Mary was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Mary is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Growing Puppies 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
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Program update on 18 Nov. •
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Program update on 18 Nov. •
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Program update on 01 Nov. •
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Program update on 22 Oct. •Lily’s 4 week puppies enjoy a play session today
Mary M.
Program update on 10 Oct. •Violet from Lily’s litter is 6 month old and such a sweetie!
Mary M.
Litter update on 02 Jan. •…Snowys puppies started going home this week. As much as I will miss these sweet puppies I can’t help but share in the joy and excitement that each family experiences when they meet their puppy for the first time!
Cooper and Snowy's litter
Mary M.
Litter update on 21 Dec. 2024 •Sending puppies home is always such a fun time! I feel like Santa Claus!
Cooper and Sugar's litter
Mary M.
Litter update on 21 Dec. 2024 •Snowy’s 6 week puppies are so cute and friendly! They are so excited to see us when we come to the puppy room. What an adorable sweet bunch!
Cooper and Snowy's litter
Mary M.
Litter update on 19 Dec. 2024 •Cooper and Sugars puppies have started going home today!
Cooper and Sugar's litter
Mary M.
Litter update on 09 Dec. 2024 •
Cooper and Snowy's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Poodle
Miniature Schnauzer
Fifi, mom
Poodle
About Fifi
Fifi is the sweetest, calm and most loving poodle. She loves everyone and is very attached to us. She is never happier then when at our side. She is a great Mom and passes her gentle disposition on to all of her babies.
Pippa, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Pippa
Pippa is the definition of a loving and devoted family companion. With her thick, soft mega coat and gentle expression, she’s as beautiful on the outside as she is on the inside. Highly social and incredibly affectionate, Pippa thrives on being around people and is always ready to greet you with a wagging tail and a warm heart. Whether she’s trotting alongside us on a walk or soaking in the fresh air during outdoor adventures, Pippa loves being active and part of the action. Yet, she’s just as content snuggled on our lap or curled up in front of the fire—her calm, cuddly nature makes her a perfect fit for cozy family time. Playful, loyal, and full of personality, Pippa is everything you could hope for in a Schnauzer mom. She brings joy to our home every day and passes on her affectionate, well-rounded temperament to her puppies.
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel.Cooper, dad
Poodle
About Cooper
Cooper is an 11-pound bundle of affection. This handsome poodle stud is more than just good looks—he’s the total package. With a heart as big as his personality, Cooper is incredibly sweet, loving, and endlessly loyal. He adores people and makes fast friends wherever he goes, thanks to his highly social nature and irresistible cuddles. Playful and intelligent, Cooper is quick to learn and always eager to please. Whether he’s showing off his smarts or snuggling up on the couch, he does everything with confidence and charisma. As our vet says, he's “a little dog with big dog confidence”—and we couldn’t agree more! Cooper brings warmth, joy, and a strong, confident temperament to every interaction. He’s not just a stud—he’s a shining example of the very best traits the poodle breed has to offer.
Good health testing
Patellar Luxation, Full Embark Panel, +2 more.Sugar, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Sugar
White Miniature Schnauzer
Excellent health testing
Adult Onset Neuropathy (AON), Persistent Müllerian Duct Syndrome, +3 more.Lily, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Lily
Lily is a very sweet and loving dog. She is smart and cuddly. She loves to go on walks and play with the other dogs. She’s an easy house pet and her puppies are always fantastic family pets as well.
Excellent health testing
Cone Degeneration, Alexander Disease, +47 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Growing Puppies 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 Schnoodles.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
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.
Full Embark Panel, Wisdom 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 Mary to bring home their puppies.
Andrea F.
Verified owner · July 2024
+7I was struggling to find just the right dog to bring into our family, after the passing of our 14-year old Schnoodle, Teddy, in May of 2023. I had all but given up, until I stumbled on Mary's contact information at Growing Puppies in April of 2024. Mary was responsive and answered all of my questions. It was clear, after exchanging emails with her that she was experienced and passionate about her trade - her attention to detail and her care in her craft is evident. I was convinced on day one that she was the person with whom I would work to bring our new puppy into our family. As timing would have it, she had a litter of puppies becoming available at just a time when I would be able to steal away from work to travel from Illinois to Virginia, where she is based. Mary's experience with traveling with puppies, with raising them from newborns to full-grown, and ensuring their tip-top health, again, became very apparent, and was reassuring to a dog Mom who had not had a dog at the puppy stage in many years. I was nervous, to be sure. But, with Mary's help and guidance, we picked the best dog. His name was PepperJack, at birth. PJ, as we called him then, traveled so well from Virginia to Illinois. He is strong, confident, healthy, smart, energetic, sweet, and loving. Most of all, we love him more than anything in this world, and are so happy to have a pup in our home again. We are beyond satisfied with our choice to work with Mary at Growing Puppies. It was the best overall investment we have ever made as a family. I would refer anyone looking for a responsive, responsible, trustworthy, compassionate, solid breeder. We consider her a friend and part of our family, and will always be grateful to her for our sweet boy.
JAJayne A.
Verified owner · May 2024
Huckleberry is settling in well! He’s happy and healthy!
RKRyan K.
Verified owner · Apr. 2024
Mary from Growing Puppies takes great care of her puppies. She is very knowledgable and is just an overall nice person who cares deeply about all of the dogs before and after they leave her care. She will set you up for success if you take home one of her puppies.
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Lori S.
Verified owner · June 2024
It was really wonderful to work with Mary! She is extremely responsive and helpful. Our new pup has settled in nicely with our family!
JTJen T.
Verified owner · Apr. 2024
Skye and Sawyer are adjusting nicely to their new home - they especially love their 7-year-old big brother Ryder. They love to be outside where they play and run in the yard. I'm keeping them close, though, until they are fully vaccinated. They are typical puppies - play hard and wild, then pass out. They had their first vet visit right after I brought them home and the vet said they were in "excellent" health. Mary is a thoughtful and kind breeder - she thinks of everything you might need when bringing new puppies into your home. I will admit, being an experienced dog owner, I learned a lot of things from Mary and was better prepared for my new puppies than I have ever been before. Thank you, Mary, for my wonderful new additions!!
Ella M.
Verified owner · Feb. 2024
Purchased my best Friend from Mary,was a very pleasant experience. I had many Dogs in my life time,but never had such a great puppy. He was potty trained already and very well socialized,great temperament. I would recommend Mary’s puppy to any one.Shes always ready to help if you have Questions.
