Hill Country Pugs
- In The Hill Country, West Of Austin, TX
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Kristy R., the breeder behind Hill Country Pugs located in In The Hill Country, West Of Austin, TX. We are breeders of world renowned Champion Pugs; however, those not destined for the show ring are placed in wonderful companion homes all over the country, with families just as dedicated to the breed as we are. Our goal is to produce happy, healthy Pugs that conform to the breed standard.
Q. & A. with Kristy
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are fawn. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Kristy
Kristy has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
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
“We require a deposit on in instances where we would be holding a specific puppy for a specific family, and for a longer period of time than normal. The amount is half of the purchase price.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kristy 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 Kristy 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 Kristy 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
- Vet records
Extras
- Toys
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kristy.
Breeder's location
Meet in In The Hill Country, West Of Austin, TX
1298 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Austin–Bergstrom Airport
1296 miles away
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More about Kristy
Club memberships
Kristy is a member of Pug Dog Club of America, Inc..
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Kristy has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Kristy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Kristy’s links
Kristy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Hill Country Pugs 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 health testing
Excellent level
Hill Country Pugs 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.
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.
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.
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).
