I'm Connie D., the breeder behind Mountain Aire Pugs located in Enterprise, OR. I only breed a couple litters a year, focusing on choosing the best combination of parents to produce better and better puppies, as far as conformation, temperament, and health are concerned. My dogs are not bred until they attain at least the title of Champion, which can involve a year or more of showing. My dogs are treated like members of my family and are with me doing things every day. They either stay with me all their lives or are retired and placed in very responsible homes to be spoiled the rest of their lives. Pugs are people dogs and need to be with humans to be happy. That's what I look for in buyers, that they are included in the family life.
Q. & A. with Connie
Why did you start breeding?
Raising five children on a ranch in beautiful Wallowa county Oregon, our youngest daughter wanted a pet, we decided on a dog, which ended up being an adorable Pug puppy. Like most Pug owners, our lives have subsequently been filled with a pack of the amusing little clowns, and I embarked on my 23 year adventure of starting a select breeding program of AKC certified Eukanuba champion line Pugs!
What makes your program special?
I am a member of the Pug Dog Club of America and have an extremely high standard of care and responsible pet ownership. Puppies are guaranteed for health and suitability and are only placed in loving, knowledgeable homes.
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 and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Connie
Connie 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 $330 refundable deposit and between $2,970 - $4,170 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All companion pups are the same price. Puppies must be spayed or neutered before the age of one. No pups can be used for breeding or showing in conformation events. Anyone wanting a show dog must contact me for details, as that is an entirely different process. To be in line for a puppy, a buyer gives a deposit of $330. Seller will hold the deposit for up to two years. If buyer hasn't received a puppy, the deposit will be refunded. If the buyer does find a puppy before that time, they can request a release of the deposit. I won't keep a deposit if a puppy is not provided. I request that they wait at least 6 months before searching elsewhere or receiving a refund. Payments can be made through Good Dog or directly to me after receiving the current contract.”
Contract & health guarantee
Connie 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 Connie 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 Connie directly.
Mountain Aire 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 dogs
Chalice, mom
Pug
About Chalice
Chalice is a female Pug over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Connie decided to make her part of their program. Connie 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.
Tabitha, mom
Pug
About Tabitha
Tabitha is a female Pug. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Connie decided to make her part of their program. Connie 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.
Herald, dad
Pug
About Herald
Herald is a male Pug almost 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Connie decided to make him part of their program. Connie 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.
Champ, dad
Pug
About Champ
Champ is a male Pug. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Connie decided to make him part of their program. Connie 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.
Arthur, dad
Pug
About Arthur
Arthur is a male Pug. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Connie decided to make him part of their program. Connie 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.
Rex, dad
Pug
About Rex
Rex is a male Pug over 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Connie decided to make him part of their program. Connie 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
Excellent level
Mountain Aire 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.
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.
Pug Dog Encephalitis (PDE), Animal Genetics 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).