Piggytail Kennels
- Cadiz, KY
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Mary L., the breeder behind Piggytail Kennels located in Cadiz, KY. Our goal is to ensure every dog from our program is set up to live a happy and healthy life and is prepared for its future role. We enjoy showing our dogs, and we are invested in Pugs and in helping the breed thrive. We do all that we can to give our puppies the best lives, including proper health care, thorough socialization, and finding them each wonderful, loving homes.
Q. & A. with Mary
Why did you start breeding?
My ex mother-in-law showed LabsWhat makes your program special?
Adults are all NN for PDE. Longevity. I started breeding in the 60's. Have many Champions in my pedigrees. I breed to the AKC Pug Standard.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 and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
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
"Pet price is $1000-$1500 Breeder/shower potential $2500-$3000. $300."
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
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 Mary.
Breeder's location
Meet in Cadiz, KY
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Nashville Airport (Berry Field)
More about Mary
Club memberships
Mary is a member of Paducah Kennel Club and Pug Dog Club of America, Inc..
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Mary has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Mary was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Mary’s links
Mary is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Piggytail Kennels 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
Luna, mom
Pug
About Luna
Luna is a female Pug. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mary decided to make her part of their program. Mary 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.
Morgan, dad
Pug
About Morgan
Morgan is a male Pug. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mary decided to make him part of their program. Mary 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
Good level
Piggytail Kennels 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.
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).
