Lakes Area Frenchies
Meet the breeder
I'm Tonya B., the breeder behind Lakes Area Frenchies located in Brainerd, MN. Our puppies are raised in our home with our children and pets. We prioritize the health and well-being of each dog. Puppies are health screened. We focus on temperament, socialization, and creating a balanced home environment for our puppies.
Q. & A. with Tonya
Why did you start breeding?
I’ve always been an animal lover. As a child I often showed up at home with injured or stray animals. When I got my first Frenchie I knew right away I wanted to breed and help produce these wonderful pets!What makes your program special?
We only breed quality bulldogs. We believe in DNA testing and health clearance. Our puppies are kept in our living room and are a top priority.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include brindle, black and tan, tricolors, blue fawn, black, and blue. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Tonya
Tonya 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $1,700 - $2,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppies come with their 1st 2 sets of vaccinations, De-wormed, and will be vet health checked.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tonya 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 Tonya 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 Tonya 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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Daily handling
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 Tonya.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Brainerd, MN
4341 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Brainerd Lakes Airport
4337 miles away
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Meet in Brainerd, MN
4341 miles away
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More about Tonya
Tonya has been a member of Good Dog for 6 months
Tonya was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Tonya’s links
Tonya is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Lakes Area Frenchies 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Lakes Area Frenchies 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 French Bulldogs.
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.
DNA Disease 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).
