Mary's Working Cross Puppies
Meet the breeder
I'm Mary I., the breeder behind Mary's Working Cross Puppies located in White Lake, MI. Our goal is to combine the Great Pyrenees working instincts with the Newfoundlands gentle and willing temperament to create a gentle and loyal working mix perfect for family farm life.
Q. & A. with Mary
Why did you start breeding?
I got into breeding many years ago with Border Collies to help preserve and better the breed. I had many puppies go on to excel in various sports and shows and carry on the excellence of the Border Collie. After not breeding for many years, I decided to get back into breeding to produce a mix that would suit the need in my surrounding community for a dog that could fit both farm and family life.What makes your program special?
My breeding program is special because it's goal is to create a dog that can fit into both farm and family life. With the rise of homesteads and family farms many have found the need for livestock guardian dogs however they do not want a traditional farm dog. We have set out to create a mix that's temperament and ability allows them to work the farm by day and be a family dog at night.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are large size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have long coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
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
"The price includes puppy socialization, exposure to livestock and veterinary care."
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.
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
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Mary.
Breeder's location
Meet in White Lake, MI
4135 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport
4151 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Mary can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Mary
Mary has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Mary was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Mary is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Mary's Working Cross 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
Parent dogs
All breeds
Newfoundland
Great Pyrenees
Bailey, mom
Newfoundland
About Bailey
Bailey is an excellent representative of the Newfoundland breed. Sweeter than sugar and loyal to a fault. She is highly intelligent and willing to try her best at everything you ask of her. She's truly a dog that molds to meet your needs, whether that's spending the day on the couch or working all day on the farm. Like most of her breed, she loves water and can often be found spending the day in her kitty pool.
Lou, dad
Great Pyrenees
About Lou
Bubba Lou is a classic Great Pyrenees. He's the perfect mix of gentle and affectionate with protective, hard-working and independent for a family farm dog. His working ability and instincts protect our livestock well, while his gentle side makes him able to also participate in family dog life. Bubba is a great representative of his breed, fitting his breed standard perfectly and showcasing everything the Great Pyrenees is bred to represent.
Parent health testing
Good level
Mary's Working Cross 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 Working Dog Crosses.
Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary)
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.
Elbow Dysplasia (Preliminary)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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.
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).
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